I can say that the mission was successful and we have been able to properly explain issues related to the current development. Apart from that, we are still getting positive responses from various foreign investors. Even if unfortunate circumstances cause others to pause, I will proceed in an orderly and steady manner consistent with my commitment. In addition to that, as a result of our recent visit to the U.S, we have seen several companies coming to Ethiopia to pursue their investment proposals and realize their investment ideas. I don't think we have seen a decline in investment.
Foreign investors are now well aware of the objective situation in the country.
I think private investment has been very crucial to enhancing the economic development of this country. As you know, the Federal Government has implemented several policy reforms to create a more enabling environment for private investment. The government has already defined its role by restricting its activities more and more to regulatory functions and provision of infrastructure services. The other activities, including manufacturing, service provision and the like, are now open to the private sector. If any significant socio-economic change is to be made in this country, it is evident that the private sector has a significant role to play.