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extensive damage to infrastructure and reverse
the gains made in capital accumulation.
Within the country’s remit are downside risks
stemming from the re-current fiscal deficit,
which increases financing needs and may
constrain the ability of the authorities to
execute capital projects, fight and manage
crime, implement reforms to enhance the
business environment and create sustainable
employment. Some of these risks can be
mitigated by strengthening and diversifying
the productive sectors; tapping into climate
financing to build resilient infrastructure; and
implementing effective fiscal and debt
management practices.