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A critical point raised is that government actions—or inactions—have led to a decline in living standards, primarily because of reduced business investment. As businesses are often "quietly sliding away" due to unfavorable conditions, fostering an environment conducive to investment and household confidence becomes essential. The current economic growth rate, at approximately 0.8% annually, starkly contrasts with typical growth rates of about 3%, illustrating the need for urgent intervention.