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Quote by Sylvia Ostry

“We have one asset, and that's people.”

Quote by Sylvia Ostry

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Sylvia Ostry is a distinguished economist born on June 3, 1927. She has made significant contributions to the field of economics, particularly in the areas of international finance and macroeconomic policy. more

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