Destination Quote by James Brokenshire
“The UK is the number one destination in European Union for inward investment, the World Bank has ranked the UK as the sixth easiest place in he world to do business, so any organisation that makes promises about investment in the UK should live up to those promises.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Forum, UK Treasury, 2018
The UK is a top EU destination for investment, ranked sixth globally for ease of business, so promises about UK investment must be fulfilled.
In simple terms: The UK is attractive for business; promises must be kept.
Key Takeaway
Deliver on investment commitments.
Themes
economics
policy
investment
trust
Mood
formal
concerned
Type
political
statement
When to use this quote
- government negotiations
- corporate decisions
- foreign investors
Key Concepts
competitiveness
regulation
global ranking
Questions to Reflect On
- What safeguards ensure promises are realistic?
- How can investors verify UK’s ease of business?
A Different Perspective
Political realities may limit promised benefits.
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