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Why Eritrea Vision 2030? ERITREA VISION A Strategy for Inclusive & Sustainable Development This publication is a shortened popular summary of an in-depth proposal for a national economic policy for Eritrea. It shall serve as a basis for discussion for developing a shared vision of TABLE OF CONTENTS a macro-economic policy framework among Eritreans during the process of democratic transition. Once finalized through Why Eritrea Vision 2030? .................................................................... 04 further discussion and consultation, Vision 2030 would serve as an overview for all Eritreans and future investors outlining the Moving Eritrea Towards a Stable State....................................... 06 key pillars proposed for national development. Positioning Eritrea Smartly .............................................................. 10 Pending the establishment of a constitution and a legitimate The 7 pillars of Vision 2030 ................................................................ 12 democratic leadership, it is to be viewed as a recommendation for the people of Eritrea and as a beacon of hope: Eritrean Working Towards a Conducive Business Environment ..... 28 professionals & industry experts have started the significant preparatory work for national prosperity. Implementing Organs .......................................................................... 30 © Eritrean Peoples’ Sovereignty. Facilitated by: Eri- Platform. Marketing, PR and Diplomatic Liaison ....................................... 31 Beyond Vision 2030 ............................................................................... 32 April 2020. Vision 2030 is a proposal, by the Eritrea’s macro-policy was drafted in 1994 Eritrean People’s Sovereignty (EPS), for – but almost two decades later most goals a macroeconomic policy framework for have never been implemented and a lot of Eritrea’s rapid, inclusive and sustainable the early initiatives were undone. The time development during and beyond the has come, Eritrea is preparing a national transition to a democratic system of vision for rapid socio-economic recovery government. Its goal is to identify the key and sustainable growth during transition priorities for human resource development and beyond. and inclusive economic growth in the years ahead. It shall provide strategic direction Eritrea’s Vision 2030 recognizes that towards laying a strong foundation for economic growth alone is not sufficient There are 4 overarching themes that guide accelerated sustainable growth and to bring about the necessary rise in the Vision 2030. These are: shall further serve as a guiding tool for a standard of living and quality of life of the people at large. It is paramount that prosperous future benefiting all Eritreans. 1. Human Capital Development – Eritrea’s the path for development is participatory, people come first and are the country’s sustainable, and corruption-free - WHY Three decades of dictatorial domination; most important and valuable asset. gross, systematic and widespread abuse safeguarded by Eritrea’s constitution, of the people; harmful policies and international law, and good governance. 2. Inclusive Economic Growth – is crucial ERITREA mismanagement of national human when uplifting Eritrea out of poverty Vision 2030 hence aspires to be a framework and material resources have squandered into a healthy sustainable economy that towards the overall development of a opportunities for development and left serves every Eritrean equally. VISION Eritrea lagging far behind on all global strong and united nation. A nation that is development indicators. The regime’s proud of its fundamental cultural values, 3. Green Economy and Environmental policies and practices have shattered the its human capital, and natural resources Protection – Transforming Eritrea into 2030? country’s entire socio-economic fabric. while, at the same time, being determined a green economy is one of the best It will take strong and accountable to build a stable modern state that enables economic success strategies the country governance, concerted efforts, smart its citizens to live in dignity and upmost can adopt in order to tap into global strategies, and a shared national Vision respect. trends and safeguard Eritrean livelihoods 2030 to start the process of recovery and for generations to come. Vision 2030 shall serve as a torch of hope ERITREA VISION rebuilding. and a path towards the development of a 4. Constitutional Law and Respect Many countries in Africa have prepared just, inclusive, and prosperous society that for Human Rights – The dignity and and officially launched a national vision serves all Eritreans equally. The citizens of wellbeing of Eritrea’s citizens will be document just before or after the start Eritrea must be the primary beneficiaries safeguarded by constitutional law and of the millennium looking and planning of the Vision and its proposed strategic an upmost respect to the human rights often twenty or thirty years into the future. action points. of each citizen. 04 05 MOVING ERITREA Eritrea TOWARDS A STABLE STATE 96.4 17th -0.8 0.9 6.1 FSI Score in 2019 FSI Ranking in Points Change Points Change Points Change from Over Five Years from (Maximum 120) 2019 (178 Countries) Last Year Ten Years OVERALL TREND, 2006-2019: Eritrea Worsening 95 90 Improvement Total Country Score Total 85 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 06 07 They are: Pillar 1: Green Economy Putting Eritreans, their wellbeing, and the nation’s Pillar 2: Food Security economic development Pillar 3: Basic Infrastructure at the forefront of Vision Pillar 4: Priority Sectors (Agriculture & Forestry, Sustainable 2030 shall be achieved by Tourism, Trade, Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, Mining) focusing on the following seven strategic Pillar 5: Investing in the People Priority Pillars. Pillar 6: Land Ownership & City Masterplans Pillar 7: Peace & Security All seven Priority Pillars will have an integrated outlook of the following key crosscutting objectives Role of government ERITREA VISION The all-encompassing role of the Government shall be to serve the people of Eritrea. It Technology & Gender Equality Public health & will do so, by carrying out key functions Innovation Safety such as providing national leadership while adhering and safeguarding constitutional law, Environmental maintaining order, providing public services, Minority Equality Sustainablity protection & climate providing national security, and economic change mitigation assistance. Role of the private sector Key Objectives of Vision 2030 Eritrea’s private sector has a unique role to play: As it often bridges the gap between those in leadership and civil society, the Eritrea Vision 2030 aims to transform this challenging baseline by: private sector will be an important performer Ì Investing in Eritrea’s people and developing human capital to help recover, re-integrate, in advancing effective multi-stakeholder and build a healthy, stable, productive nation that strives for inclusive national growth. participation towards the development of standards and norms on economic recovery, Ì Opening up the private sector with a conducive regulatory environment for domestic re-integration, business, trade, and human businesses and FDI. Introducing privatization reforms for a large number of so far rights. Front-owned companies, entities, and assets including vast areas of land. Eritrea’s private sector will further drive Ì Diversifying Eritrea’s economy to one that is guided by a green economy framework. economic growth across industries forward: it will play a vital function in the recovery Ì Investing in infrastructure and all areas of the value chain; increasing local production of the country by providing vital jobs and through manufacturing, local value addition, technology inputs and exports with a economic incentives, in addition to products medium to long-term goal of creating jobs and a positive trade balance. and services to Eritrea’s civic society. 08 09 ERITREA VISION Vision 2030 recommends to position Eritrea strategically in the following areas: POSITIONING 1. As Africa’s leading nationwide green economy. ERITREA 2. As a leading conference hub in Africa attracting thousands of high-end visitors. 3. As an historic eco-tourism destination, African Heritage & UNESCO World Heritage hub. SMARTLY 4. As a science & technology hub in Africa for green technology, climate change response, and related service provision. Here is the bottom line: In order for Eritrea to win, it needs to be positioned 5. As Africa’s Cycling hub attracting sports events, tourist, while preparing & promoting smartly on the world map. The country is so critically underdeveloped that it a popular cyclist culture to boost our green economy and general public health has to embrace a clear visionary and strategic direction, in order to achieve meaningful accelerated growth and human capacity. All aspects of the Vision 2030 would be implemented under the umbrella of a smart market position that would lead to accelerated recognition, investment, and growth. 10 11 capacity, and loss of green and natural This is an economy that is defined as low spaces will not just diminish the standard carbon, resource efficient and socially THE 7 PILLARS OF of life for Eritrea’s urban population, but will inclusive. come at a huge cost to the society and the national economy. Herein lies a rare opportunity for Eritrea VISION 2030 and its people. A country that lags behind In a conventional economic
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