The MBA continued its close collaboration with the Economic Development Board (EDB) this month. On 2 July, the EDB hosted a meeting to discuss operationalising an MBA proposal of an online marketplace for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). This proposal aims to facilitate connections between investors, SMEs and their supply chains, and give greater visibility to businesses.
On 5 July, the MBA participated in a Public-Private sector dialogue, hosted by EDB, with 28 representatives of the private sector and the Ministry of Finance. This was an opportunity to raise current economic issues.
On 20 July, the MBA participated in a consultative forum on bunkering activities, together with port operators and oil & gas firms. The purpose of the meeting was to consider ways in which to increase activity in the port, and specifically develop bunkering activity.