Lars Thunell Growth Quotations

The DRC has been successful recently at turning its economy around, from contraction in the early 2000s to estimated growth of seven per cent in 2005. This is particularly impressive considering the challenges this country has faced. The DRC is rich in human and natural resources, and IFC will continue to promote private sector development in support of the country's economic regeneration.

But the growth is uneven, and there is a huge unfinished agenda.

Emerging markets as a group have proved they can sustain high growth and attract capital. There is tremendous dynamism but there is a huge unfinished agenda.