The Vanuatu Daily Post reported Charlot Salwai made the remarks in relation to the viability of projects such as the National Convention Centre in the capital Port Vila.
Last week, Mr Salwai admitted there was no money in the budget to maintain the two storey complex, which is also racking up tens of thousands of dollars in unpaid electricity bills.
The complex was meant to become the premiere venue for international conferences and meetings but this has not eventuated.
