Minister of Economic Affairs expresses concern about customs exchange rate increase

Minister Rishma Kuldipsingh of Economic Affairs, Entrepreneurship, and Technological Innovation (EZOTI) has expressed her concern about the increase in the customs exchange rate. The minister shared this before the start of the weekly Cabinet of Ministers (RvM) meeting.
She shared her concerns with her colleague, the Minister of Finance and Planning, as this increase will have direct consequences for society. According to the minister, the effects will be noticeable in stores and in the daily expenses of citizens. Kuldipsingh emphasized that the government will work to stabilize the situation and urged finding a solution to minimize the impact on the population.
Minister Kuldipsingh indicated that she is doing her utmost to secure funds for her ministry so that it can continue to function effectively. She stressed that there is a lot of work to be done, especially within the Economic Control Service (ECD), where vehicles need to be purchased, among other things, to expand operations.
Kuldipsingh reminded that a promise has been made to the society, and she aims to work in a results-oriented manner to meet the needs of the citizens. She is mindful of the oath she took and emphasized that without sufficient financial resources, the work cannot be carried out.
The ECD employees urgently need fuel and food, as they often spend long days on the road conducting inspections. It is common for them to work more than twelve hours a day, after which they immediately prepare reports for publication.
The ECD falls under the responsibility of the Minister of Economic Affairs. Despite limited resources, more than six teams are deployed, and even the vehicles of directors are used to support the work. The fuel for these vehicles is often paid out of pocket, and the available funds are then allocated to the ECD. This underscores the dedication of the employees, as well as the need for additional support and funding.

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