Source: Government of Ireland
“All-in-all, the OECD’s analysis highlights why we must plan for all eventualities at this very uncertain time.
“We must do all we can to maintain Ireland’s standing as a competitive and supportive environment for inward and indigenous investment and quality employment.
“Government will continue to invest in human capital – in education, skills, training, especially in the context of mounting evidence that AI is beginning to impact on the labour market.
“We will continue to invest in key strategic infrastructure – energy, water, sewage, housing, transport – to boost Ireland’s competitiveness further.
“Finally, we must continue to build up our fiscal buffers including through transfers to the Future Ireland Fund and the Infrastructure Climate and Nature Fund.