Automobile Quote by Thabo Mbeki
“If you look for instance at the automobile industry, part of the reason that you have the expansion of that sector, is precisely because we have gone out to talk to the automobile companies to explain government policy with regard to that sector, to talk to them about the MIDP and things like that. And indeed, it has been a very important part of attracting those investors to put in money in the South African economy and build motorcars in South Africa.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Economic Development Forum, South Africa, 2005
Government dialogue with industry aligns policy, attracts investment, and stimulates sector growth, exemplified by the automotive sector.
In simple terms: Talk with companies to shape policy and draw investment.
Key Takeaway
Engage stakeholders to align policy with industry needs.
Themes
economics
policy
development
Mood
analytical
strategic
Type
policy
economic
When to use this quote
- business negotiations
- policy drafting
- investment promotion
- regional planning
Key Concepts
Public‑private partnership
investment attraction
industrial strategy
Questions to Reflect On
- How can policy remain flexible while engaging industry?
- What risks arise from too much corporate influence?
A Different Perspective
Over‑reliance on dialogue may delay decisive action.
