The Savoy, London. I'd like to thank Subhash Thakrar, Chairman of the Asian Business Association, for inviting me here this evening and organising such an impressive gathering of the London and Asian business community. The Asian Business Association plays a crucial role in providing a strong voice for Asian business in London and the calibre and number of people here this evening underline that.
Asian businesses make a very significant contribution to our communities and to our economy.
From the corner shop, to supermarket chains, to manufacturers. In the restaurant sector. In wholesale and distribution. I believe that the cultural diversity in Britain is a major source of strength for our economy. In economic terms, the Asian community makes a contribution that outweighs their population levels.