L\u2019union \u00e9conomique doit am\u00e9liorer la vie des citoyens<\/span><\/b><\/p>\nFor Pierre, the success of the economic union hinges on its tangible impact on the lives of ordinary citizens. \u201cThis ultimately is the motivation, the justification for integration,\u201d he said. \u201cThe extent to which all the regional policies, laws, institutions and actions enhance the lives and welfare of our people\u2026 this has to be the real litmus test.\u201d<\/p>\n
Urgency behind free circulation of goods<\/b><\/p>\n
Turning to key legislative developments, Pierre acknowledged delays in implementing the free circulation of goods regime, which aims to allow goods to move freely once they meet regional formalities. \u201cI will not dwell on the tardiness that has attended the introduction of this regime,\u201d he remarked. \u201cSuffice it to say, the free circulation of goods is a natural corridor to the free movement of people and the establishment and operation of businesses in the single financial and economic space. We must get it done.\u201d<\/p>\n
Delays will further impact quality of life<\/b><\/p>\n
He noted that failure to act would further strain citizens. \u201cThe introduction of tariffs in our economic space will further put more pressure on the quality of life of our people if we do not do something now,\u201d he warned.<\/p>\n
Legislation to advance economic integration<\/b><\/p>\n
To support this regime, five bills were tabled before the Assembly: the OECS Animal Health Bill, the OECS Plant Protection Bill, the OECS Food Safety Bill, the OECS Standards Bill, and the OECS Customs Control and Management Bill. Pierre confirmed that these had already been reviewed by national cabinets and urged swift action: \u201cBarring any dissent, each of our delegations will return to the capital and submit the bills with a recommendation for enactment in our national laws.\u201d<\/p>\n
Final reminder: The people must come first<\/b><\/p>\n
Pierre concluded with a reminder of the Assembly\u2019s central purpose: \u201cLet us always remember that we are here to represent people and to ensure that they have a better quality of life.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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