June 27th, 1999

Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day celebrates the vital role that these businesses play in global economic development. This day recognizes the contribution of these enterprises in promoting innovation, providing employment opportunities, and driving economic growth, especially in developing countries. The observance is an opportunity to raise public awareness of the importance of MSMEs and to address the challenges they face, such as access to financing, training, and markets. Events on this day may include business workshops, networking events, and policy discussions aimed at creating a more supportive environment for the growth and sustainability of MSMEs. It's a day to acknowledge the creativity, resilience, and dynamism of small and medium-sized enterprises and to encourage support for these businesses as engines of progress and development.