Kumar to meet with industry reps and discuss solutions if the economy takes a hit due to COVID-19

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Kumar to meet with industry reps and discuss solutions if the economy takes a hit due to COVID-19

By Semi Turaga

10/03/2020

Minister for Industry, Trade and Tourism Premila Kumar says she will be talking to different industry groups this week and have discussions about what government can do for them if the Fijian economy is seriously affected by the COVID-19 outbreak in countries around the world.

Speaking at the Fiji Australia Business Council - Speed Networking Dinner, Kumar says she will be meeting with Industry representatives this Thursday.

Kumar says she personally feels that our economy will be affected.

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