Boris Johnson gives speech at CBI conference

The video highlights the importance of skills over infrastructure for business growth. It addresses the educational gap for 16-18 year-olds compared to OECD countries and emphasizes investment in skills and education. Opportunities for adult education and skills development are discussed, including a lifetime skills guarantee and boot camps. The video also explores technological advancements in AI, cyber, and quantum computing, and highlights the country's leadership in producing tech unicorns.

What is considered more crucial for business growth than infrastructure like rail links and broadband?

• Government subsidies

• Skills and education

• Tax reductions

• International partnerships

What percentage of the 2030 workforce is already in work, according to the speaker?

• 50%

• 60%

• 70%

• 80%

What initiative is introduced to help adults gain new skills?

• Government-funded internships

• Free university education

• Tax-free savings account

• Level 3 skill guarantee

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a new technology area where the country excels?

• Medtech

• Fintech

• Agritech

• Nanotech

Which three nations have produced more than 100 tech unicorns?

• USA, China, UK

• Brazil, Russia, South Korea

• Germany, Japan, India

• France, Canada, Australia