The Honourable Stephen Robertson MP

Minister for Natural resources, Mines and Energy and Minister for Trade

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Trade Mission to Malaysia, Singapore, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates

27 April - 7 May 2010 TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROGRAM ...... 4

TRADE MISSION OVERVIEW ...... 14

OFFICIAL DELEGATION MEMBERS ...... 16

BUSINESS DELEGATION MEMBERS - MALAYSIA ...... 16

UAE BASED QUEENSLAND COMPANY REPRESENTATIVES ...... 17

MEETINGS - MALAYSIA ...... 18

MEETING WITH MR RICK WILKINSON, PRESIDENT, GLNG ...... 19

INFORMAL MEETING WITH QUEENSLAND COMPANIES ...... 20

MEETING WITH DATO' WIRA SYED ABDUL JABBAR BIN SYED HASSAN, CHAIRMAN, MMC CORPORATION BERHAD ...... 21

MEETING WITH YB DATUK PETER CHIN FAH KUI MINISTER OF ENERGY, GREEN TECHNOLOGY AND WATER ...... 22

MEETING WITH YB DATO' SRI ONG TEE KEAT, MINISTER OF TRANSPORT...23

MEETING WITH MR CRAIG CHITTICK, DEPUTY HIGH COMMISSIONER TO MALAYSIA ...... 24

MEETING WITH MR WAN ZUL, VICE PRESIDENT - GAS PETRONAS ...... 25

DINNER WITH MALAYSIAN INDUSTRY REPRESENTATIVES ...... 26

MEETINGS - SINGAPORE ...... 27

LUNCH MEETING WITH AUSTRADE REPRESENTATIVES IN SINGAPORE ...... 28

MEETING WITH SINGAPORE AIR TERMINAL SERVICES (SATS) AND SINGAPORE FOOD INDUSTRIES (SFI) ...... 29

MEETING WITH MR S ISWARAN, SENIOR MINISTER OF STATE , MINISTRY OF TRADE AND INDUSTRY AND MINISTRY OF EDUCATION ...... 30

BREAKFAST MEETING CHAIRED BY MR BILL FOO , CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, ANZ BANK SINGAPORE ...... 31

MEETINGS - SAUDI ARABIA ...... 32

MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY, MR KEVIN MAGEE , AUSTRALIAN AMBASSADOR TO SAUDI ARABIA ...... 33

MEETING WITH HIS ROYAL HIGHNESS PRINCE SALMAN BIN ABDUL AZIZ AL SAUD, GOVERNOR OF RIYADH ...... 34

1 MEETING WITH MR MOHAMMED AL KATHIRI, DEPUTY MINISTER FOR TECHNICAL AFFAIRS, MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY ...... 35

QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT RECEPTION ...... 38

MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY ABDULLAH AL-HUSSAYEN, MINISTER FOR WATER AND ELECTRICITY ...... 39

MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY AMR ABDULLAH AL DABBAGH, GOVERNOR OF THE SAUDI ARABIAN GENERAL INVESTMENT AUTHORITY.40

SITE VISIT TO MONORAIL PROJECT AND LUNCH MEETING WITH ANSALDO STS PROJECT MANAGER ...... 41

MEETINGS - UNITED ARAB EMIRATES ...... 42

BREAKFAST WITH AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS COUNCIL DUBAI ...... 43

MEETING WITH MR LAURIE VOYER, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR , AL HABTOOR LEIGHTON ...... 44

LUNCH MEETING OF THE JOINT TECHNICAL COMMITTEE HOSTED BY HIS EXCELLENCY MOHAMMED OMAR ABDULLAH ...... 45

ROUNDTABLE WITH QUEENSLAND COMPANIES ACTIVE IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE) ...... 47

MEETING WITH BRIGADIER DR RASHID AHMED R AL NUAIMI , COMMANDER OF THE MEDICAL SERVICES CORPS AND GLOBAL MEDICAL SOLUTIONS ...48

MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY DR TAYEB AL KAMALI, VICE CHANCELLOR, HIGHER COLLEGES OF TECHNOLOGY (HCT) ...... 49

MEETING WITH DR SALEM AL SAYARI, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SUPPORT SERVICES, DR SALEH HASHEM AL HASHEMI, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF PROFESSIONAL & TECHNICAL EDUCATION, YOUSIF AL SHERYANI, EDUCATION ADVISOR, ABU DHABI EDUCATION COUNCIL (ADEC) ...... 50

MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY ALI AL KETBI, ASSISTANT SECRETARY GENERAL - PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION DIRECTORATE, GENERAL SECRETARIAT OF THE ABU DHABI EXECUTIVE COUNCIL ...... 52

QUEENSLAND GOVERNMENT RECEPTION ...... 54

MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY ABDULLAH RASHID AL-OTAIBA, CHAIRMAN, ABU DHABI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT ...... 56

MEETING WITH THE ABU DHABI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY

MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY DR SULTAN AL JABER, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, MASDAR ...... 59

MEETING WITH MS HELENE PELOSSE , INTERIM DIRECTOR-GENERAL, INTERNATIONAL RENEWABLE ENERGY AGENCY (IRENA) ...... 60

2 MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY HUSSAIN J AL NOWAIS, CHAIRMAN, ETIHAD (UNION) RAILWAYS ...... 62

MEDIA RELEASES ...... 63

APPENDIX 1 : PRESS CLIPPINGS ...... 75

3 Tuesday 27 April 2010 - Brisbane/Kuala Lumpur

9:15am Check in at airport

10:15am Depart Brisbane for Sydney on Qantas Flight QF 517 Travel time: 1 h 35mins

11:50am Arrive Sydney

2:00pm Depart Sydney for Kuala Lumpur on Malaysian Airlines MH122 Travel time: 8h 30mins

8:30pm Arrive Kuala Lumpur 10:30pm Met on arrival by Mr Russ Mackie, Business Manager, South East Asia, Trade Queensland

9:00pm- 9:30pm Travel to the hotel by car 11:00pm - 11:30pm Travel time: 30mins

9:30pm Check in at hotel 11:30pm

Overnight Kuala Lumpur

Mandarin Oriental

Wednesday 28 April 2010 - Kuala Lumpur

7:30am - 8:30am Breakfast meeting with Mr Rick Wilkinson, 9:30am - 10:30am President, GLNG and Queensland

Venue: Mandarin Oriental Hotel

8:30am - 9:10am Informal meeting with Queensland companies 10:30am - 11:10am Venue: Business Lounge Mandarin Oriental Hotel

9:15am - 9:30am Travel to the next meeting by car 11:15am - 11:30am Travel time: 15mins

9:30am - 11:00am Meeting with Dato' Wira Syed Abdul Jabbar 11:30am - 1:00pm bin Syed Hassan , Chairman, MMC Corporation Berhad

4 Venue: MMC Offices

11:00am - 11:15am Return to the hotel by car 1:00pm - 1:15pm Travel time: 15mins

11:45am - 12:15pm Media interview 1:45pm - 2:15pm

12:15pm - 1:15pm Travel to Putrajaya 2:15pm - 3:15pm Travel time: 1 h

1:30pm - 2:30pm Meeting with YB Datuk Peter Chin Fah Kui , Minister 3:30pm - 4:30pm of Energy, Green Technology and Water

Venue: Putrajaya

2:30pm - 2:40pm Depart for KeTTHA for lunch 4:30pm - 4:40pm Travel time: 10mins

2:40pm - 3:30pm Light lunch with Senior Executive team, Ministry for 4:40pm - 5:50pm Energy, Green Technology and Water

Venue: Taman Botani Restaurant

3:30pm Depart for next meeting 5:30pm Travel time: 20mins

3:45pm - 4:30pm Meeting with YB Dato' Sri Ong Tee Keat, Minister of 5:45pm - 6:30pm Transport

Venue: Ministry of Transport

4:40pm - 4:50pm Depart for next meeting 6:40pm 6:50pm Travel time: 10mins

6:00pm - 6:30pm Meeting with Mr Craig Chittick AM, Deputy High 8:00pm - 8:30pm Commissioner to Malaysia

Venue: Secret Recipe

6:30pm - 7:30pm Travel to the hotel by car 8:30pm - 9:30pm Travel time: 1 h

7:00pm Arrive at hotel 9:00pm

5 7:20pm Meet Ms Juliana Nam, Australian High Commission's Political/Economic Counsellor in the hotel lobby and walk to Tower 1 Travel time: 5min walk

7:30pm - 8:15pm Meeting with Mr Wan Zul, Vice President - Gas 9:30pm - 10:15pm Petronas

Venue: Petronas Towers

8:15pm Walk to the Mandarin Oriental 10:15pm Travel time: 5min walk

8:30pm - 10:30pm Dinner with Malaysian industry representatives 10:30pm - 12:30am (Thurs 29 Apr) Venue Pacifica Room Mandarin Oriental overnight Kuala Lumpur

Mandarin Oriental

Thursday 29 April 2010 - Kuala Lumpur/Singapore

7:00am Check out of the hotel 9:00am

7:15am - 8:15am Travel to the airport by car 9:15am - 10:15am Travel time: 1h

8:25am Check in at the airport 10:25am

10:25am Depart Kuala Lumpur for Singapore on Singapore 12:25pm Airlines SQ107 Travel time: 55mins

11:20am Arrive Singapore 1:20pm

11:45am Travel to the hotel by car 1:45pm Travel time: 45mins

12:30pm Check into hotel 2:30pm The Regent Singapore

1:00pm - 2:00pm Lunch meeting with Austrade representatives in 3:00pm - 4:00pm Singapore

6 Venue: Regent Hotel

2:15pm - 3:00pm Travel to next meeting 4:15pm - 5:00pm Travel time: 45mins

3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting with Singapore Air Terminal Services 5:00pm - 6:00pm (SATS)

Venue: SATS Board Room, 3rd Floor SATS Inflight Catering Centre 1

:00pm - 4:45pm Travel to the next meeting by car 6:00pm - 6:45pm Travel time: 45mins

4:45pm - 5:45pm Meeting with Minister S Iswaran , Senior Minister of 6:45pm - 7:45pm State, Ministry of Trade and Industry and Ministry of Education

Venue: Ministry of Trade and Industry

5:45pm - 6:15pm Travel to hotel by car 7:45pm - 8:15pm Travel time: 30mins

Overnight Singapore

The Regent Singapore

Friday 30 April 2010 - Singapore/Riyadh

7:40am Check out of the hotel 9:40am

8:00am - 9:30am Breakfast meeting chaired by Mr Bill Foo, Chief 10:00am - 11:30am Executive Officer, ANZ Bank Singapore

Venue: The Regent Hotel Singapore

10:20am - 10:50am Travel to the airport by car 12:20pm - 12:50pm Travel time: 30mins

10:50am Check in at the airport 12:50pm

12:50pm Depart Singapore to Abu Dhabi on Singapore Airlines 2:50pm Flight SQ456 Travel time: 7h 15mins

7 4:05pm Arrive Abu Dhabi 6:05pm

7:00pm Depart Abu Dhabi for Riyadh on Saudi Arabian Airlines 9:00pm SV571 Travel time: 1 h 50mins

7:50pm Arrive Riyadh 9:50pm pm Transfer to the hotel by car Travel time: 1 h

pm Check in at the hotel

Overnight Riyadh Riyadh Sheraton Hotel and Towers

Saturday I May 2010 - Riyadh

8:30am Depart hotel for Australian Embassy by car 3:30pm Travel time: 30mins

9:00am - 10:00am Meeting with His Excellency, Mr Kevin Magee, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Australian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia

Venue: Australian Embassy Riyadh

10:00am - 11:00am Travel to next meeting by car 5:00pm - 6:00pm 11:00am - 12:00noon Meeting with His Royal Highness Prince Salman 6:00pm - 7:00pm Bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud , Governor of Riyadh

Venue: Palace of the Governor of Riyadh Qasar Al-Hukm, Deira District Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

12:00noon - 12:45pm Travel to next meeting by car 7:00pm - 7:45pm Travel time: 30-45 mins

12:45pm - 1:45pm Meeting with Mr Mohammed Al-Kathiri , Deputy 7:45pm - 8:45pm Minister for Technical Affairs, Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Venue: Ministry of Commerce and Industry

1:45pm - 2:15pm Travel to next meeting by car 8:45pm - 9:15pm Travel time: 30mins

8 2:15pm - 3:15pm Meeting with His Royal Highness Prince Sultan Bin 9:15pm - 10:15pm Salman bin Abdul Aziz Al Saud, Deputy Minister for Petroleum and Mineral Resources This meeting was cancelled suddenly. Prince Abdulaziz apologised a short time before the meeting was scheduled to take place.

3:15pm - 3:45pm Return to the hotel by car 10:15pm 10:45pm Travel time: 30mins

3:45pm - 5:00pm Lunch 10:45pm - 12midnight

8:00pm - 10:00pm Queensland Government Reception 3:00am - 5:00am (Sun) Venue: Sheraton Hotel

Overnight Riyadh Riyadh Sheraton Hotel and Towers

Sunday 2 May 2010 - Riyadh/Dubai

8:45am Check out of hotel 3:45pm

9:00am Travel to meeting by car 4:00pm Travel time: 30m

9:30am - 10:30am Meeting with His Excellency Abdullah Al -Hussayen, 4:30pm - 5:30pm Minister for Water and Electricity

Venue: Ministry of Water and Electricity

10:30am - 11:00am Travel to next meeting by car 5:30pm - 6:00pm Travel time: 30min

11:00am - 12:00pm Meeting with His Excellency Amr Abdullah Al 6:00pm - 7:00pm Dabbagh, Governor of the Saudi Arabian General Investment Authority (SAGIA)

Venue: SAG [A Office

12:00noon - 12:45pm Travel to next meeting by car 7:00pm - 7:45pm Travel time: 45mins

12:45pm - 3:30pm Site visit to Monorail Project and lunch meeting 7:45pm - 9:30pm with Ansaldo STS Project Manager

Venue:

9 Princess Noura University

4:00pm - 4:15pm Travel to the airport by car 10:00pm - 10:15pm Travel time: 15mins

4:20pm Check in at airport 10:20pm

6:20pm Depart Riyadh for Dubai 12:20am (Mon) Travel time: 1 h 40m

9:00pm Arrive Dubai 3:00am (Mon)

9:10pm Transfer to hotel by car 3:10am (Mon)

9:35pm Check in at hotel 3:35pm (Mon) Shangri-La Dubai Hotel

Monday 3 May 2010 - Dubai/AbuDhabi

7:00am - 8:45am Breakfast with the Australian Business Council 1:00pm - 2:45pm Dubai

Venue: Shangri La Hotel

8:45am - 9:30am Travel to next meeting 2:45pm - 3:30pm Travel time:

9:30am - 10:30am Meeting with Mr Laurie Voyer, Chief Executive 3:30pm - 4:30pm Officer and Managing Director, Al Habtoor Leighton

Venue: Burj Al Arab

10:30am - 12:30pm Depart Dubai for Abu Dhabi by car 4:30pm - 6:30pm Travel time: 2h

1:00pm - 3:00pm Lunch meeting of the Joint Technical Committee 7:00pm - 9:00pm hosted by His Excellency Omar Abdullah

Venue: Sr Bani Yas Meeting room Fairmont Hotel

3:00pm - 4:00pm Travel to next meeting 9:00pm - 10:00pm Travel time:

10 4:00pm - 5:00pm Roundtable with Queensland companies active in 10:00pm - 11:00pm the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Venue: Trade Queensland Office

5:00pm - 6:00pm Travel to hotel and check-in 11:00pm - 12:00am

Overnight Abu Dhabi

Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Tuesday 4 May 2010 - Abu Dhabi am Brisbane liaison time

8:30am - 9 :30am Meeting with Brigadier Dr Rashid Ahmed Rashid Al 2:30pm - 3:30pm Nuaimi, Commander of the Medical Services Corps and Global Medical Solutions (GMS)

Venue: Zayed Military Hospital 9:30am - 10:00am Travel to next meeting 3:30pm - 4:00pm Travel time: 30m

10:00am - 11:00am Meeting with Dt Tayeb Al Karnali, Vice Chancellor, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Higher Colleges of Technology (HCT)

Venue: HCT - Abu Dhabi Men's College

11:00am - 11 :30am Travel to next meeting 5:00pm - 5:30pm Travel time: 30mins

12:30pm Travel to next meeting 6:30pm Travel time: 30m

1:00pm - 2:00pm Meeting with Dr Salem Al Sayari, Executive 7:00pm - 8:00pm Director, Support Services, Abu Dhabi Education Council

Venue: ADEC, Old Airport Road.

2:00pm - 2:30pm Travel to next meeting 8:00pm - 8:30pm Travel time:

3:30pm - 4:30pm Meeting with His Excellency Mr Ali Al Ketbi , Deputy 9:30pm - 10:30pm General Secretary Public Administration

11 Directorate

Venue: 12th floor, ADCB, 7th Street 5:00pm - 5:30pm Return to hotel 11:00pm - 11:30pm

7:00pm - 8:30pm Queensland Government Reception 1:00am - 2:30am (Tues) Venue: Australian Ambassador's Residence

Overnight Abu Dhabi

Intercontinental Abu Dhabi

Wednesday 5 May 2010 - Abu Dhabi am Brisbane liaison time

9:00am - 10:00am Meeting with His Excellency Rashid Al Otaiba, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Chairman , Abu Dhabi Department of Transport

Venue: Dept of Transport

10:30am - 11:00am Meeting with Mr Rashed Al Qubaisi, Executive 4:30pm - 5:00pm Director - Business and Trade Development,- Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry

Venue: Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce

11.30am - 1.30pm Meetig with His Excellency Mohamed Al Hameli, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Secretary General, Zayed Higher Organisation

Venue:

1:30pm - 3:00pm Travel to next meeting and lunch 7:30pm - 9:00pm Travel time: 30m

3:00pm - 4:00pm Meeting with Dr Sultan Al Jaber , Chief Executive 9:00pm - 10:00pm Officer, Masdar

Venue: Masdar

4:00pm - 4:30pm Travel to next meeting 10:00pm - 10:30pm Travel time: 30mins

12 4:30pm - 5:30pm Meeting with Ms Helene Pelosse , Interim Director 10:30pm - 11:30pm General, International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

Venue: IRENA - International Renewable Energy Agency

6:00pm - 7:00pm. Meeting with His Excellency Hussain J Al Nowais, 12:00am - 1:00am Chairman , Etihad Rail (Thurs) Venue: Makeen Tower

Thursday 6 May 2010 - Abu Dhabi/Sydney

8:15am Check in at the airport 2:15pm

10:15am Depart Abu Dhabi for Sydney on Etihad Airways 4:15pm Travel time: 14h 5mins

Friday 7 May 2010 - Sydney/Brisbane

6:20am Arrive Sydney and transfer to domestic terminal

8:05am Depart Sydney for Brisbane on Etihad Airways EY6011 (Operated by Qantas Airlines) Travel time: 1 h 30mins

9:35am Arrive Brisbane

13 TRADE M ISSION OVERVIEW

Summary The aim of this trip was to reinforce the high priority the government places on trade and investment relationships with Malaysia, Singapore and the Middle East. The Minister also promoted specific Queensland business skills and capabilities, and gathered intelligence to assist Queensland businesses to take advantage of opportunities in these markets.

Malaysia In Malaysia the Minister met with Queensland companies to reinforce the government's desire to help them with exports and to identify their individual goals in the Malaysian market. He then met with Petronas to reinforce the importance of that company's LNG activities in Queensland. This was a significant meeting: Petronas is a participant in the Santos proposal and we want to keep them committed to it. So far, Petronas has invested $2.6 billion in Santoas and a further $2 billion to $3 billion investment is anticipated in the near future. The viability of a LNG project is pivotal on the existence of a long term binding sales contract. Santos has entered into 20- year contract with Petronas Malaysia for the sale of its entire gas production. The contract is worth approximately $40 billion.

The Minister also met with the Malaysian Minister for Energy, Green Technology and Water to promote Queensland green building, renewable energy, and low emissions technologies businesses and met with the Minister for Transport to help link Queensland rail companies to rail opportunities arising in Malaysia.

Singapore The Minister met with Singapore's Minister for Trade and Industry Education to support the Queensland Gas Corporation's export contract of three million tonnes of LNG annually to the Singapore Government, and seek information about Singapore's fuel diversification plans to identify opportunities for Queensland businesses.

In addition, the Minister met with the investment community to enhance Queensland's business relationship with existing investors and to attract new investments that will drive export growth. Highlights of the meetings include meeting with Singapore Government owned company, Singapore Airport Terminal Services Ltd (SATS). SATS has advised the minister of its plan to expand its Australian and international operations through its Queensland subsidiary.

Before the Minister's departure for Saudi Arabia, he addressed an investment forum hosted by ANZ Bank in Singapore. The Minister promoted investment opportunities in Queensland to business leaders in Singapore. Foreign investment is important to Queensland as it provides the capital and access to international markets.

Saudi Arabia This visit reinforced Queensland's interest in the Saudi market and heightened awareness of the strengths and skills of Queensland businesses, especially in mining, resources, rail (monorail) and water technology, and strengthened the relationship between Queensland and Saudi Arabia. It was the third by a Queensland Minister to this emerging market for our State.

14 In Saudi Arabia, The Minister met with His Royal Highness Prince Salman, Governor of Riyadh and Minister for Water and Electricity, to discuss mutual interests and opportunities for Queensland firms especially in mining, resources, transport and water technology.

The Minister also met with key Ministers in the Saudi Government with responsibilities for petroleum and resources, water and electricity and commerce.

Saudi is the largest market of the Gulf Cooperation Council member States, in terms of both GDP and population. The Saudi Government is undertaking a massive construction and infrastructure development program investing more than $US500 billion over the next 10 years, and the Saudis have indicated that they want to see more foreign companies establish a presence in their country.

As the only Australian State with a representative office in Saudi Arabia, Queensland is in an good position to further promote trade and investment with the Kingdom.

United Arab Emirates (UAE) In the UAE the Minister promoted Queensland's business activity in the region especially in the areas of health services (where plans are especially well advanced), education and training, rail and transport infrastructure, and mutual opportunities in the renewable energy sector.

The visit built on relationships already established between Queensland the Abu Dhabi Tawteen Council and promoted opportunities under the Queensland-Abu Dhabi Memorandum of Understanding.

The Minister co-chaired the second meeting of the Joint Technical Committee under the Queensland-Abu Dhabi MoU, and reinforced Queensland's commitment to strengthening the growing ties with the Emirate, and provided support for driving commercial outcomes under the agreement.

The Minister also met with a number of Queensland companies that are active in the UAE and helping to raise the profile of our State, including Aurecon, Brisbane City Enterprises, Cardno, GRM International and Multiplex.

In the Emirates, the Minister was also able to explore potential opportunities for Queensland companies in the construction, infrastructure, education, health, food and agribusiness sectors.

15 OFFICIAL DE LEGATIO N MEMBERS

The Honourable Steven Robertson MP Minister for Natural Resources, Mines and Energy and Minister for Trade

Mr Ian Fletcher Director-General, Department of (Singapore and UAE only) Employment & Economic Development and Innovation

Mr Lance McCallum Senior Policy Advisor Office of the Minister for Natural Resources, Mines and Energy and Minister for Trade

B USINESS D E LEGATION MEMBERS - MALAYSIA

Mr Craig Southward Business Development Manager International Ansaldo STS

Mr Yatin Premchard Singapore Business Development Manager Ecospecifier

Mr Chris Birrell General Manager Technical Services Mincom

Mr Ken Holder General Manager Products & Services MOX

Mr Richard Holliday Managing Director Orion Solar

Mr James Muir Marketing Manager APEC Region Quantm

Mr Lee Waters Managing Director Seasafe

Mr Mike Walsh Managing Director Theta International

16 UAE BASED QUEENSLAN D COMPANY REPRESENTATIVES

Mr Ken Gillard Principal of Transportation and Infrastructure Aurecon*

Mr Raji Ramadan UAE Manager Brisbane City Enterprises/SMEC

Mr Kevin Renshaw Regional Director Cardno

Mr James Bassos Interior Design DBI Design

Mr Chris Hirst Regional Manager GRM International UAE

Mr Terry Martin Project Director UAE Multiplex

Mr Phil Hudson Regional Manager Superior Jetties

Other Queensland companies with in-market representation include Ausenco, Thomson Adsett and Vigil Systems.

*Note: Aurecon is not a Queensland company, however, is working in partnership with the Queensland Government Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR) on a consulting contract with the Abu Dhabi Department of Transport and is representing TMR in the UAE.

17 M EETINGS - MALAYSIA

18 MEETI NG WITH RICK I I ' PRESIDENT , GLNG

Date : Wednesday 28 April 2010 Time: 7:30am - 8:30am

Venue: Mandarin Oriental Hotel

ATTENDEES

Mr Rick Wilkinson President, GLNG

MEETING SYNOPSIS

• The Minister met with Mr Wilkinson to discuss Santos's Gladstone Liquid Natural Gas project.

KEY POINTS

DETAILS

• The Minister was advised the Gladstone project progessing well and was on target for a FID in June. • There was discussion on the partnership between Santos and Petronas and the breadth of Petronas's activities within Maylasia. • Discusison on the need for skilled workers for Queenslands LNG industry, with a view to observing Petronas's activities in Malaysia and whether any observations or lessons may be learnt.

19 ® INFORMAL MEETING WITH QUEENSLAND COMPANIES

Date : Wednesday 28 April 2010 Time: 8 :30am - 9:10am

Venue: Business Lounge Mandarin Oriental Hotel

ATTENDEES

Mr James Muir Marketing Manager APEC Region, Quantm

Mr Craig Southward Business Development Manager, International, Ansaldo STS Mr Mike Walsh Managing Director, Theta International

Mr Chris Birrell General Manager Technical Services, Mincom

Mr Ken Holder General Manager Products and Services, MOX

Mr Lee Waters Managing Director, Seasafe

Mr Yatin Premchard Singapore Business Development Manager, Ecospecifier

Mr Richard Holliday Managing Director, Orion Solar

MEETING SYNOPSIS ® The Minister met the members of the business delegation prior to the beginning of the formal program of meetings.

KEY POINTS ® It was made clear to Queensland companies participating in the trade mission that the Queensland Government is willing and able to assist them in their export efforts. ® It was ascertained from the company representatives what they aimed to achieve from participating in the trade mission and what their key export objectives in the Malaysian market are.

20 M EETI NG WITH DATO' WIRA SYED ABDUL JABBAR BIN SYED HASSAN, CHAIRMAN, M MC CORPORATION BERHAD

Date : Wednesday 28 April 2010 Time: 9 :30am - 11:00am Venue : MMC Offices Jalan Sultan Ismail Kuala Lumpur

ATTENDEES Dato' Wira Syed Abdul Jabbar Chairman, MMC Corporation bin Syed Hassan Berhad

MEETING SYNOPSIS • At this meeting the Minister introduced key Queensland companies (for example, Quantm, Ansaldo STS and Ecospecifier) to MMC Corporation Berhad (MMC), a diversified investments holding company involved in transport, logistics, energy, utilities, engineering and construction. • MMC represents a key strategic gateway to a diverse range of projects for Queensland companies wishing to gain entry into important markets in Malaysia and internationally.

KEY POINTS • MMC has recently submitted a. proposal for the development of an A$2.15 billion East-West Railway link in Peninsula Malaysia, which could provide potential opportunities to Queensland. The Minister promoted these companies and their capabilities in the areas of infrastructure development and rail. • The MMC subsidiary Recycle Energy Sdn Bhd (RESB) presents opportunities for Queensland companies with renewable energy capabilities. Queensland based firm Gilmore Engineering with its ocean current technology, and James Cook University's research into the production of iodise from algae, are examples of technologies that were of interest to RESB and MMC. • MMC is also the joint master developer of Jazan Economic City, an A$32 billion development in Saudi Arabia. The Minister took this opportunity to ascertain the progress of the project and identify potential investment and partnering opportunities available to Queensland companies. MMC will be announcing a new part-venture in Jeddah (20% stake). Also, the Jazan Economic City project will be aiming to attract investment from China and India. • The Minister engaged in general discussions on a range of topics; he outlined Queensland's privatisation plans with a particular focus on coal, rail, energy, security and renewables including the recent activity in liquid natural gas. MMC expressed interest in the privatisation of ports in Queensland and Australia. • Both Mincom and Orion gave briefings on their services and activities.

21 M EETIN G WITH YB DATU K PETER CHI N I MINISTER ENERGY, GREE N TECHNOLOGY AND WATER

Date : Wednesday 28 April 2010 Time: 1 :30pm - 2:30pm Venue: Putrajaya

ATTENDEES YB Datuk Peter Chin Fah Kui Minister of Energy, Green Technology and Water

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister met with his counterpart Minister, and promoted Queensland's green and clean energy companies' export activities to Malaysia. • The Minister promoted Queensland's capabilities in providing green building, clean technologies and low emission services for coal-fired power stations. • This meeting was important as it provided a platform for Queensland companies to penetrate the green building sector in Malaysia, in particular Ecospecifier, a Queensland company that has positioned itself as a global source of green product and service information.

KEY POINTS • Malaysia and Australia have had similar experiences in water reform and electricity tariffs. • The Minister outlined the progress of the Petronas/Santos joint venture. Potential skills shortages have resulted in education and training opportunities. • The Minister highlighted Queensland's strong and growing capability in renewable energy sector technologies, including tidal and biomass generated energy. • The Minister outlined the Queensland Governments energy audit program and the six star rated new house building code. • The Malaysian Minister was invited to Queensland to view research on low emission technologies for coal fired power stations and renewable energy technologies. • The Malaysian Government is considering introducing Biomass and Biofuels (Queensland sugarcane and algae projects) • Mincom, Ecospecifier and Orion made a pitch at the meeting. Subsequently, Ecospecifier has been invited to participate in the first Green Technology Conference in October. • Minister Robertson was invited to participate in the Asian Ministerial Roundtable on 14 October 2010. A formal invite will follow.

22 ® MEETING W I TH YB ' ONG TEE T, M I N I STER TRANSPORT

Date : Wednesday 28 April 2010 Time: 3:45pm - 4:30pm

Venue: Ministry of Transport Level 7, Block D5, Parcel D Federal Government Administrative Centre 62502 Putrajaya

ATTENDEES YB Dato' Sri Ong Tee Keat Minister of Transport

MEETING SYNOPSIS • A number of Queensland companies are pursuing rail infrastructure projects in Malaysia and this meeting helped secure a high level representative from the Ministry of Transport. • This meeting linked five Queensland companies (Quantm, Ansaldo STS, Theta International, Mincom and MOX) directly with opportunities in Malaysia and helped the companies gain a better understanding of future projects.

KEY POINTS • The Minister attained an outline of Malaysia's future plans for rail projects, in particular the Trans Central Highlands project to open up opportunities for the accompanying Queensland companies to participate in these projects. • The Minister spoke about Queensland's experience with the `Go Card' system currently in place in the public transport network. The Malaysian Minister outlined the '10 Malaysia' plan which is still in the inception stages. The Malaysian Department of Transport is seeking information on Australian companies with a core competence in E-Plates. • Queensland companies Ansaldo STS and Quantm have previously participated in rail infrastructure projects in Malaysia. All companies in attendance promoted their individual expertise to the Ministry representitives. Ecospecifier and Minsom secured subsequent meetings. • The Minister of Transport was invited to Queensland to study our findings from Queensland's transport infrastructure projects implemented over recent years, including the M1 motorway and the Clem 7 tunnel. • The Minister of Transport expressed interest in Tilt Train technology and Queensland's experience using it. Similarly, the Minister of Transport enquired about Queensland's hatch building capacity.

23 MEETIN G WITH CRAIG CH ITTICK, DEPUTY HIGH COM M ISSIONER TO MALAYS IA

Date : Wednesday 28 April 2010 Time: 6:00pm -6:30pm

Venue: Mandarin Oriental Hotel

ATTENDEES Mr Craig Chittick Deputy High Commissioner to Malaysia

Mr Garth Taylor Trade Commissioner, Austrade

MEETING SYNOPSIS 0 The Minister was briefed on the current political, economic, trade and business environment in Malaysia from an Australian perspective.

KEY POINTS • The Deputy High Commissioner provided a brief on the development of the free trade agreement with Malaysia. Area's being targeted include automotive, wine, legal services, government procurement and intellectual property. • He gave his views on the impact of increased cooperation of the Association of South East Nations (ASEAN), particularly in regard to the lead up to the scheduled 2015 Economic Cooperation Agreement and the opportunities which could open up for Queensland companies seeking to export to the region. • The Deputy High Commissioner outlined the possibility of a more domestic focus in Petronas as a consequence of new management and also the possible consequences of these developments on relations with Queensland. • The Minister was briefed by the Deputy High Commissioner on the current political situation in Malaysia and the potential impacts for Queensland business. The recent Indian student incidents have had no negative impacts in Malaysia.

24 MEETING WITH WAN L®, VICE PRES IDENT - GAS T N

Date : Wednesday 28 April 2010 Time: 7:30pm - 8:15pm

Venue: Petronas Twin Towers Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur

ATTENDEES Mr Wan Zul Vice President - Gas Petronas

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister met privately with the Vice President of Petronas and the meeting allowed the Minister to outline the Queensland Government's support for Petronas and their $2.6 billion investment in the Queensland Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) sector, and to encourage their interest in the State as a sound investment destination.

KEY POINTS • The Minister reaffirmed the Queensland Government's position that the Petronas/Santos LNG project in Gladstone is of significant bilateral, economic and trade importance to Queensland. Subsequently, Petronas reaffirmed it's commitment to the completion of the Santos joint venture. • Earlier that day, Premier Anna Bligh had announced $450 million for Liquid Natural Gas infrastructure projects. The Minister spoke on the subject and provided Mr Zul with further information. • Petronas has advised that they are experiencing a shortage of skilled labour, which may present opportunities for Queensland education and training companies. The Minister promoted Queensland's capabilities in these areas and encouraged Petronas to engage in education and training collaboration with Queensland universities and institutions to meet its skilled human capital needs. • The Minister was invited to visit the Bintulu facility. • Mr Zul asvised that Petronas has significant oil investments in Sudan producing up to 4000 barrels a day for export. • The Minister and Mr Zul engaged in general discussion on the Santos EIS process with in Queensland.

25 DIN NER WITH MALAYS IAN IN DUSTRY REPRESENTATIVES

Date : Wednesday 28 April 2010 Time: 8 :30pm - 10:30pm

Venue: The Pacifica Room Mandarin Oriental

ATTENDEES Mr Craig Chittick Deputy High Commissioner

Mr Garth Taylor Trade Commissioner, Austrade

MEETING SYNOPSIS • This meeting provided the Minister the opportunity to help forge connections between the Queensland business delegates and key in-market clients.

26 MEETINGS - SINGAPORE

27 LUNCH MEETING WITH AUSTRADE REPRESENTATIVES IN SINGAPORE

Date : Friday 29 April 2010 Time: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Venue: The Regent Singapore 1 Cuscaden Road Singapore

ATTENDEES Mr David Twine Regional Director and Executive General Manager of Asia, Austrade

Ms Kirsten Sayers Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner, Singapore and ASEAN Investment Trade Commissioner, Austrade

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister met informally with Mr Twine and Ms Sayers, who briefed him on the current political, economic, trade and business environment in Singapore. • The Minister outlined the purpose of his visit to Singapore to support LNG projects in Queensland and to promote Queensland as an investment destination.

KEY POINTS • The Minister was updated on the current status of the Singapore Australian Free Trade Agreement and in particular, emerging opportunities for Queensland exporters. • The Minister was able to seek Ms Sayers' views on the impact of the increased cooperation of Association of South East Nations (ASEAN) especially leading up to the scheduled 2015 Economic Cooperation Agreement and in particular the opportunities to Queensland companies wanting to export to the region. • The Minister briefed Mr Twine and Ms Sayers on the specific objectives of his visit to Singapore, namely: • to support the US$40 (A$43.6 billion) Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) contract between Singapore's Energy Market Authority and Gladstone-based Queensland Gas Corporation Pty Ltd (QGC); and • to promote investment opportunities in Queensland to Temasek Holdings, especially in the privatisation of public assets.

28 M EETIN G WITH SIN GAPORE AIR TERMINAL SERVICES (SATS) AN D S IN GAPORE I NDUSTRIES ( FI)

Date : Thursday 29 April 2010 Time: 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Venue: Singapore Airport Terminal Services Limited SATS Board Room, 3rd Floor SATS Inflight Catering Centre 1 20 Airport Boulevard Singapore 819659 *next to Budget Terminal

ATTENDEES

Mr Clement Woon Hin Yong - President & CEO, Singapore Airport Services Ltd TBC

Mr Poon Choon Liang - TBC Chief Operating Officer, Singapore Food Industries Ltd

Ms Kirsten Sayers Senior Trade and Investment Commissioner, Singapore and ASEAN Investment Commissioner

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister encouraged Singapore Airport Terminal Services Limited (SATS) to intensify its investment in Queensland and to use its global networks to export food products from Queensland. • SATS is looking to establish themselves in the baggage handeling market in Australia and is currently in discussions for an equity stake in Darwin Airport.

KEY POINTS • The Minister suggested to Mr Woon that SATS's global business capability and networks in partnership with Queensland 's capability could provide the fundamentals of developing a globally competitive , export based food production business • Advise Mr Woon that the Queensland Government strongly values SATS's current investment in Queensland through its subsidiaries - Primary Industries (Qld) Pty Ltd (PIQ) and Urangan Fisheries Pty Ltd. Details of this investment are in the Background and Attachments sections of this brief.

• The Minister raised the possibility of increased demand in the catering industry due to developments regarding the LNG sector with particular reference to Curtis Island.

• An informal agreement was reached that Trade Queensland ould work closer with CK Chen to further refine market opportunities in Queensland with a focus on seafood and beef.

29 MEETING WITH MR S I , SENIOR MINISTER STATE, MINISTRY OF TRADE IN DUSTRY AN D MINISTRY EDUCATION

Date : Thursday 29 April 2010 Time: 4:45pm - 5:45pm

Venue: Ministry of Trade and Industry Offices

ATTENDEES Mr S. Iswaran Senior Minister of State for Trade and Industry and Ministry of Education

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister supported Queensland Gas Corporation Pty Ltd's export contract of three million tonnes of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) annually to the Singapore Government. This contract will cover the next 20 years, for a total worth of approximately US$40 billion (A$43.6 billion).

KEY POINTS • The meeting allowed an indepth discussion of the issues of water and energy supply as they relate to Australia and Singapore. Queensland and Singapore have a shared experience in these areas. • Singapore has a reliance on natural gas and is looking to diversify their energy mix, looking to LNG in the short term for security of supply and is looking to focus on coal and nuclear energy in the long term. • Minister Iswaran advised solar is the only renewable energy that is practical for Singapore at the moment, and there have been doubts expressed abouts its total impact on the energy sector. • There was an indepth discussion between the Ministers on FRC in the retail electricity market. Singapore is looking to move in that direction and already have contestability in their power generation market. • The Minister highlighted that the contract to supply 3 million tonnes of LNG to the Energy Market Authority (EMA) in Singapore is of significant bilateral, economic and trade importance to Queensland. • Minister Iswaran discussed Singapore's Energy Security and Fuel Diversification strategy, which had a number of complementary elements to Queensland's renewable energy policies. As a result, there are potential opportunities for government to government exchanges and for Queensland and Singaporean companies.

30 BREAKFAST M EETIN G CHAIRED BY MR BILL FOO, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, ANZ BAN K S IN GAPORE

Date : Friday 30 April 2010 Time: 8:00am - 9:30am

Venue: The Regent Hotel Singapore

ATTENDEES

Mr Bill Foo Chief Executive Officer, ANZ Bank Singapore and Managing Director, ANZ Singapore Ltd (Merchant Bank) Ms Chew Gek-Khim Executive Chairman, The Tecity Group Mr Au Yeung Fai Chief Executive Officer, CitySpring Infrastructure Trust Mr Low Ngee-Tong Executive Chairman - OM Holdings Limited Mr Neil McGregor Chief Executive Officer, Singapore LNG Pte Ltd Ms Marie Heng Executive Chairman/Owner, GEP Mr Harantyo Thamrin Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Indonesia Rajawali Group Mr John Ng Chief Executive Officer, Power Seraya Mr Lim Kong Puay Chief Executive Officer, Tuas Power Ms Penny Burtt Deputy High Commissioner

MEETING SYNOPSIS

• The purpose of this breakfast meeting was to promote Queensland as a favoured destination for investment to the representatives of major Singapore-based organisations attending this breakfast.

KEY POINTS • Attendees consisted of very significant Singaporean private investors from a range of sectors including mining, resources and energy (LNG). Senior executives from Singapore government owned entities with substantial existing investments in Australia and the capacity to increase investments in Queensland were also in attendance.

31 MEETINGS - SAUDI ARABIA

32 MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY, KEVIN MAGEE, AUSTRALIAN AM BASSADOR TO SAUDI ARAB IA

Date : Saturday 1 May 2010 Time: 9:00am - 10:00am

Venue: Australian Embassy Diplomatic Quarter Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

ATTENDEES His Excellency Mr Kevin Magee Australian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia Mr Roy Clogstoun Deputy Head of Mission, Australian Embassy Mr Michael Kavanagh Senior Trade Commissioner, Austrade

MEETING SYNOPSIS • In this meeting the Minister received a briefing from the Australian Government's senior representative in Saudi Arabia, reinforcing the close working relationship between the embassy and Trade Queensland.

KEY POINTS • The meeting was important in view of recognising the continued support Trade Queensland Riyadh office receives from the Embassy in-market. • The Minister discussed his program and key objectives of his visit with the Ambassador. • The Minister was updated on the progress of the current free trade agreement with Saudi Arabia, and was advised the agreement currently pertains mainly to education, barley, wheat and professional services. • During the briefing, it was ascertained that negotiations on the free trade agreement have been stalled for an extended period of time. Contentions have risen over issues concerning motor vehicles, as some Saudi Arabian stakeholders wish to establish a sound domestic market before allowing imports in to compete. Korea, Japan, India and Pakistan have similarly stalled free trade agreement negotiations. • The Saudi Arabian economy has undergone restructuring recently with a scale back in agriculture due mainly to inefficiencies in that sector. There has been a subsequent move to purchase agricultural land in foreign countries with the aim of importing produce back to the domestic market in Saudi Arabia. Potential targets include Pakistan, Ethiopia and Sudan among others. There was interest expressed in Queensland as a destination for such investments with particular reference to land on the New South Wales and Queensland border. • The Minister was briefed on Islamic Finance, central issues facing the industry and its application in Australia. • The Ambassador advised the Saudi Arabian energy mix will continue to change in the future to include wind and nuclear.

33 MEETING WITH HIS ROYA L H IGHNESS IN SALMAN IN ABDUL AZIZ AL SAUD, GOVERNOR RIYADH

Date : Saturday 1 May 2010 Time: 11:00am - 12:00noon

Venue: Palace of the Governor of Riyadh QasarAl-Hukm, Deira District Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

ATTENDEES His Royal Highness Prince Salman Bin Governor of Riyadh Abdul Aziz Al Saud

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister met with His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Abdul Aziz to continue to develop the relationship for Queensland, building on meetings held previously with the former Minister for Trade, the Honourable John Mickel in 2008 and the former Premier, the Honourable Peter Beattie in 2000 and 2006.

KEY POINTS • The Minister received a briefing on development in Riyadh ; particularly the progress of the Riyadh Development Authority's A$3 billion regeneration project, known as the Olaya-Batha corridor. • The Minister discussed the education industry in Queensland and Saudi students studying in Queensland. • The Minister gave an overview of the Queensland economy and it's capabilities as the only Australian state with a trade presence in Saudi Arabia , pomoting Queensland 's world -class expertise in construction , infrastructure, water management, education and training as well as health and medicine. • Prince Salman expressed his pleasure with the positive and mutually beneficial relationship that continues to develop between Saudi Arabia and Australia. He commended the past and present personal meetings as a means of establishing strong diplomatic relationships. • In concluding the meeting , Prince Salman talked favourably of his trip to the Gold Coast ten years ago. The Minister invited him to Queensland in the future.

34 MEETING I M R M OHAM M ED AL T I I, DEPUTY MINISTER TECHNICAL AFFAIRS, MINISTRY OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY

Date : Saturday 1 May 2010 Time: 12 :45pm - 1:45pm

Venue: Ministry of Commerce and Industry King Abdulaziz Street, Ministries Road Riyadh 11162, Saudi Arabia

ATTENDEES Mr Mohammed Al Kathiri Deputy Minister for Technical Affairs, Ministry of Commerce and Industry Dr Saud Al Malaq Director General of Organisation Affairs & Regional Trade Agreements

Mr Sultan Bin Aboud Director Department of the GCC Affairs GM Public Relation Manager Mr. Ahmad Jamal

MEETING SYNOPSIS • As only the second Queensland Government Minister to visit Saudi Arabia since the Honourable Peter Beattie visited as Premier in November 2006 and officially launched the Queensland Government Trade and Investment representation in Saudi Arabia, the Minister's presence at this meeting was a demonstration of Queensland's continuing commitment to strengthening trade and investment relations with Saudi Arabia.

KEY POINTS • Trade Queensland's representation in Saudi Arabia has been critical in strengthening Queensland's and Saudi Arabia's trade relationship through: • coordinating and supporting government and business trade missions to Saudi Arabia throughout 2006-09; • facilitating significant export deals in construction & infrastructure, education & training and agribusiness; and • providing a gateway for Saudi Arabian companies seeking to access business and investment opportunities in the Queensland market. • This meeting gave the Minister the opportunity to ascertain potential areas for future collaboration between Queensland and Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabian priorities currently lie in energy, automotive, knowledge and health industries. • Participants at the meeting made specific enquiries as to the existence of education and training opportunities in Queensland for Saudi students. During this discussion, the Minister provided an overview of such education opportunities

35 as well as Queensland expertise in the mining industry with particular reference to mining safety. • The Minister commended the positive reaction seen throughout Saudi Arabia to the willingness of Queensland companies to invest in Saudi Arabia, in both monetary and human capital terms. He cited as an example Ansaldo's current contract to build the rail network at the new female university in Saudi Arabia. • Saudi Arabia weathered the global financial crisis well and is well positioned as a resilient economy to take advantage of the recovery. Parallels were drawn with Australia's situation on these matters. • Despite the current stall in negotiations, the deputy ministers expressed their commitment to progress on a Saudi Arabia - Australia free trade agreement.

36 MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY ENGINEER LI IBRAHIM AL-NAIMI, M INISTER PETROLEUM AND MINERAL RESOURCES Date : Saturday 1 May 2010 Time: 2:15pm - 3:15pm

Venue: Ministry of Petroleum and Mineral Resources King Abdulaziz Street, Ministries Road Riyadh 11162, Saudi Arabia

ATTENDEES His Excellency Engineer Ali Ibrahim Minister for Petroleum and Mineral AI-Naimi Resources

MEETING CANCELLED: Saudi Minister had to travel unexpectedly to the USA

37 QU EENS LAND GOVERNM ENT RECEPTION

Date : Saturday 1 May 2010 Time: 8 :00pm - 10:00pm Venue: Sheraton Riyadh Hotel & Towers King Fahad Road Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

ATTENDEES Mr Michael Kavanagh Senior Trade Commissioner, Austrade, Saudi Arabia

KEY POINTS • The Minister hosted the Queensland Government reception and provided a brief welcome speech.

KEY GUESTS • There were roughly 30-40 attendees at this reception including: • Officials from the Saudi Government and the Chamber of Commerce • Saudi Arabian business people from sectors including construction, agriculture & education • Senior staff from the Australian Embassy and Austrade • Queenslanders living and working in Riyadh.

38 M EETING WITH HIS EXCE LLEN CY ABD ULLAH AL- HUSSAYEN, MINISTER WATER ELECTRICITY

Date : Sunday 2 May 2010 Time: 9 :30am - 10:30am

Venue: Ministry of Water and Electricity Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

ATTENDEES His Excellency Abdullah Al-Hussayen Minister for Water and Electricity

MEETING SYNOPSIS • This meeting provided an opportunity to offer the Queensland Government's assistance and expertise in water management policy. This is an important issue for the Saudi Government as they struggle with demand management practices whilst they attempt to minimise inefficient use of water resources.

KEY POINTS • The Minister and His Excellency discussed issues covering drought, population growth and education. • His Excellency provided a brief outline of the issues of importance to Saudi Arabia and how Queensland could assist in finding solutions. He showed particular interest in Queensland's expertise in water demand reduction campaigns as well as the Queensland water grid and the recycled water industry. • The Minister talked about the Queensland Government's response to the State's worst drought in 100 years, particularly the development of the water management polices (eg the "Target 140" campaign), the effective community engagement and public education strategies, good governance and water resource planning. The Minister detailed other government supporting schemes including Smart Meters, the Solar Bonus Scheme and the Solar Hot Water Rebate Scheme. • His Excellency will be visiting Japan and Korea in October 2010 and would like to see if it is possible to visit Australia on the same trip.

39 MEETING I HIS EXCELLENCY AMR ABDULLAH AL DABBAG H, GOVERNOR TH E SAUD I ARABIAN GE N ERAL INVESTMENT AUTHORITY

Date : Sunday 2 May 2010 Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm

Venue : Office of the Governor SAGIA Al Mhamadia District Saudi Arabia

ATTENDEES His Excellency Amr Abdullah al-Dabbagh Governor, Saudi Arabian General Investment Authority (SAGIA)

MEETING SYNOPSIS • This meeting reinforced Queensland's relationship with SAGIA and efforts to facilitate opportunities for Queensland companies to participate in major projects across Saudi Arabia in the future.

KEY POINTS • The Minister was briefed on the Saudi Arabian investment climate. Rapid population growth in Saudi Arabia has resulted in 60% of the population presently being under the age of 25. • The Minister received a briefing on major investment projects in Saudi Arabia, particularly the Jazan and King Abdullah Economic Cities. He identified specific opportunities for Queensland companies to engage with SAGIA on these projects, with particular focus on Queensland's expertise in construction, infrastructure, green building, water management and clean energy. • Saudi Arabia has a view to spending one trillion dollars on infrastructure capital expenditure by 2010 with $300 billion on petrochemical, water and energy industries.

40 SITE VISIT TMONORAIL PROJECT AN D MEETING WITH N L STS PROJECT MANAGER

Date: Sunday 2 May 2010 Time: 12:45pm - 3:30pm

Venue: Princess Noura University Riyadh

ATTENDEES Mr Manuel Giros Ansaldo Project Manager for the Monorail Project

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The site visit to the monorail project (part of Princess Noura (Mounira) bint Abdul Rahman University for Women) and the meeting with Ansaldo, provided an opportunity for the Minister to gain an understanding of the scope of the project and any opportunities that may exist for Queensland companies.

KEY POINTS • The Minister received a briefing on the monorail project • From the discussion, the Miniser gained an understanding of Ansaldo's involvement in the project, and what scope there is for other Queensland firms to work with them collaboratively as well how to access any opportunities. • The Minister was given a site tour by the Project Manager of the university site, which when completed will be the largest female university campus in the world. • The Minister outlines the benefits that Queensland companies, such as Ecospecifier, could bring to the Princess Noura University project.

41 M EETINGS ® UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

42 BREAKFAST WITH AUSTRALIAN B USIN ESS COU NCI L D U BAI

Date : Monday 3 May 2010 Time: 7:00am - 8:45am Venue: Shangri-la Hotel Sheikh Zayed Road Dubai

ATTENDEES

Mr Derek Garlick Chairman, Australian Business Council Dubai

MEETING SYNOPSIS

• The purpose of this breakfast meeting was to promote Queensland as a favoured destination for investmentt.

KEY POINTS • The Minister prvided a formal speech outlining opportunities for trade and investment in Queensland in such areas as Governance, Professional Services, Food Security, Health Services and Construction. • Ben Southall, winner of the `Greatest Job in World' program made a 40 minute presentation. • There was good general discussion about the challenges faced by Queensland companies doing business in the Emirates.

43 M EETIN G WITH MR LAURIE V Y , CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND MANAGING DIRECTOR, AL HABTOOR LEIGHTON

Date : Monday 3 May 2010 Time: 9 :30am - 10:30am

Venue: Bourj Al Arab

ATTENDEES Mr Laurie Voyer CEO and Managing Director, Al Habtoor Leighton

MEETING SYNOPSIS • This meeting allowed the Minister to gain an understanding of the impact of the global financial crisis on the construction sector in the Gulf region.

KEY POINTS • Dubai is the hardest hit emirate by the global financial crisis with its formerly booming construction sector particularly hard hit. • Al Habtoor Leighton is diversifying its interests in the Gulf region by looking for opportunities in markets such as Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.

44 LUNCH MEETING THE JOINT TECHNICAL COMMITTEE HOSTED BY HIS EXCELLE NCY M OHAMM ED OMAR ABDULLAH

Date : Monday 3 May 2010 Time: 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Venue : Department of Economic Development Off Salam Street Abu Dhabi

ATTENDEES His Excellency Mohammed Undersecretary, Abu Dhabi Department of Omar Abdullah Economic Development (Co-Chair of Technical Committee)

(Note: other nominated Co-Chair is Mr Loftus Harris AM, Special Representative to the Middle East and India)

His Excellency Abdullah Undersecretary and General Manager, Abu Al Darmaki Dhabi Tawteen Council

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Queensland-Abu Dhabi Joint Technical Committee meets on a regular basis to exchange information, drive important initiatives and provide a framework for maintaining strong accountability for the development of opportunities under Queensland-Abu Dhabi Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). The meeting was of an informal nature and provided an update from both sides with no defined agenda of items for discussion. • This was the second official meeting of the Joint Technical Committee. The Minister was able to reinforce Queensland's commitment to strengthening the ongoing relationship with Abu Dhabi and provide high-level support for driving commercial outcomes under the Memorandum of Understanding. The Commissioner, Ms Susan Rae was present at the meeting, and she directed the detailed discussions.

KEY POINTS • Queensland and Abu Dhabi enjoy a strong friendship, underpinned by the MOU between the two Governments. The Queensland Government is looking to strengthen this relationship in the future and assist the Abu Dhabi Government in achieving its objectives and its vision for Abu Dhabi. • The Premier of Queensland visited Abu Dhabi in October 2009. The recent trade mission demonstrates the Queensland Government's commitment to further developing the relationship with Abu Dhabi. • The Minister was pleased with the level of activity that is occurring under the MOU and expressed this at the meeting. The fact that Queensland has received six high level delegations from Abu Dhabi since the last meeting of the Technical Committee in October 2009 is particularly reflective of this. • A number of important delegations have visited Queensland in the recent past, including: Statistics Centre of Abu Dhabi (November 2009); Global Medical

45 Solutions & UAE Medical Services Corps (January 2010); Abu Dhabi Tawteen Council (January 2010); Official visit from His Highness Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs (January 2010); National Crisis and Emergency Management Authority (NCEMA) (April 2010); Etihad Rail (April 2010)

46 ROU N DTABLE WITH COMPAN IES ACTIVE I N TH E UNITED EMIRATES (U AE)

Date : Monday 3 May 2010 Time: 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Venue: Trade Queensland Abu Dhabi Office 803, Al Muhairy Centre Khalidyah, Abu Dhabi

ATTENDEES Mr Chris Hirst Regional Manager, GRM International UAE

Mr James Bassos Interior Design, DBI Design

Mr Terry Martin Project Director UAE, Multiplex

Mr Phil Hudson Regional Manager, Superior Jetties

Mr Raji Ramadan UAE Manager, Brisbane City Enterprises (BCE)/ SMEC

Mr Ken Gillard Principal of Transportation and Infrastructure, Aurecon

MEETING SYNOPSIS • In light of the global financial crisis and its effect on the UAE the Minister met with experienced Queensland business representatives in Abu Dhabi and was advised on how the economic climate has affected their individual businesses, the future direction of their companies, and the challenges faced by Queensland businesses in the region.

KEY POINTS • The Minister briefed the attendees on the objectives of the trade mission, including some of the key meetings taking place. The Minister also asked for input on how he could assist in facilitating their entry into projects or opportunities. • In light of the economic climate, it was important for the Minister to seek comments on where opportunities exist for Queensland companies in the UAE, with particular focus on Abu Dhabi, noting that Abu Dhabi is the largest oil producer in the UAE, controlling more than 85 percent of the country's total oil output capacity and over 90 percent of its crude reserves.

47 MEETING WITH BRIGADIER RASHID AL NUJ I I, COMMANDER O F TH E M ED ICAL SERVICES AND GLOBAL MEDICAL SOLUTIONS

Date : Tuesday 4 May 2010 Time: 8 :30am - 9:30am

Venue: Zayed Military Hospital

ATTENDEES Brigadier Dr Rashid Ahmed R Commander of the UAE Armed Forces Al Nuaimi Medical Services Corps (UAE Military Healthcare System)

Mr Grant Muddle Chief Operations Officer, Global Medical Solutions (GMS)

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The meeting involved discussion on Queensland's capabilities in health related services including education and training services related infrastructure design capabilities. The Minister noted that Dr Rashid was eager to conclude a contract. Queensland Health is continuing to discuss with GMS on issues and related to a licensing agreement on IP. Additionally there are opportunities in training (surgical techniques) and nursing to be advanced by these discussions.

KEY POINTS • The Minister built on past discussions with the UAE Medical Services Corps (MSC) to promote ongoing collaboration between Queensland Health and Global Medical Solutions (GMS) in the field of health and medical services, specifically in the areas of nurse training, clinician skills evaluation and infrastructure. • Queensland Health is in discussions with GMS regarding possible agreements to licence the intellectual property associated with the design and specifications of the new Gold Coast Hospital as the basis for the construction of three 250-400 bed hospitals in the UAE, with a possibility of a further ten or more. • Separately to Queensland Health, negotiations are progressing between MSC and the Southbank Institute of Technology (SBIT) and QUT for the delivery of nurse training programs. • A training program for the MSC nurses will be delivered both in the UAE, through the Fatima College of Health Sciences (FCHS) as the teaching institute using the SBIT Framework and Certification process, and in Queensland, through QUT. • This will be a sequential process beginning with the nurses upgrading their qualifications to diploma level through the SBIT program in the UAE, then entering the degree program at QUT as second year students in Queensland and; • The initial agreement with SBIT will be for training of 20-30 students per year over the next 10 years.

48 MEETING WITH H IS EXCELLE NCY T Y AL KAMALI, VICE CHANCE LLOR, HIGHER CO LLEGES TECH NOLOGY (HCT)

Date : Tuesday 4 May 2010 Time: 10:00am - 11:00am

Venue: TBC

MEETING SYNOPSIS

KEY POINTS • The meeting provided the opportunity to discuss the MOU with Griffith University to deliver Masters in Special Education. The Vice Chancellor was disappointed that Griffith University sent the signed MOU by e-mail and did not send someone to sign in person. • The Higher Colleges of Technology have been examining energy related research and have commended UQ's competence in this field. HCT is looking to power at least one or two campuses with renewable (solar) energy and would like to contact a relevant person at UQ to investigate potential options. They are currently looking towards the US for options. • During the meeting, the Vice Chancellor invited Queensland to participate at the Education without Borders Conference and Festival of Thinkers. • The Vice Chancellor encouraged, through the Minister, representatives from Queensland and Australian universities to visit the region, stating that such representatives have not yet visited. • Regarding the Academy model the VC was supportive of an investigation into the feasibility. The commissioner is to follow up with Dean of Education on this matter. • During the meeting the Minister mentioned the challenges facing Queensland in opening up CSG production and in developing new skill sets to meet industry demands. As such, he noted parallels with Abu Dhabi's challenges.

49 MEETING WITH SALEM AL SAYARI, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, S U PPORT SERVICES, SALEH HASHE M AL HASHEMI , EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR O F PRO FESSIONAL & TECHNICAL ED UCATION , YOUSIF AL SHE RYANI, EDUCATION ADVISOR, ABU DHABI EDUCATION COUNCIL (ADEC)

Date : Tuesday 4 May 2010 Time: 1 :00pm - 2:00pm

Venue: TBC

ATTENDEES Salem Al Sayari Exec Dir., Support Services Dr Saleh Hashem Al Hashemi Exec Dir. TAPE Yousif Al Sheryani Education Advisor to the DG

MEETING SYNOPSIS • This meeting was held with senior representatives from ADEC, in the absence of Dr Mugheer, DG. The Minister was able to promote and endorse the high quality and capability of DETi and EQI, as the international arm. • ADEC gave a brief overview of their growth and identified areas where they required assistance. The Minister promoted the Queensland curriculum citing its success in Sharjah as well as discussing the link between vocational education and jobs. He promoted and explained Aviation High and the Academy Model.

KEY POINTS • ADEC expressed the following as key interests: o Professional Development - training for headmasters and teachers. o The expansion of private schools in Abu Dhabi. They now have 180,000 students in private against 120,000 in public schools. Demand for private schools is growing and as a result, ADEC has expanded the department for the Private schools. • ADEC is very interested in the licensing processes currently used for private schools, including the setting of tuition fees , and the government federal grant scheme. They are seeking more information on models for boarding schools, and are interested in distance education delivery models. • ADEC are holding a workshop in early June on Inspection Frameworks and its impact. They are seeking input on innovation & best practices and would like someone from EQI to attend the workshop, and give active input. • Follow up is required on the following items: o Salem Al Sayari is designated to attend the Undersecretary Forum in Brisbane at end of May, but has prior commitment. The Minister asked that ADEC have representation at this Forum at a senior level. o ADEC wishes to invite representatives from top boarding school in Queensland to Abu Dhabi. The Minister has asked for more specific

50 information to be supplied to enable clear identification of the most suitable model schools. o EQI is to consider sending representative to Inspection Workshop. o The Minister, Commissioner and Ambassador all invited ADEC reps to visit the AIS in Sharjah. o Mr Al Sayari discussed the possibilities of being able to visit/tour boarding school when he visits Queensland. There was interest also in Academy model

51 MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY ALI AL KETBI, ASSISTANT SECRETARY GENERAL PU B LIC ADM INISTRATION DIRECTORATE, GENERAL SECRETARIAT OF THE ABU DHAB I EXECUTIVE COUNCIL

Date : Tuesday 4 May 2010 Time: 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Venue: The General Secretariat of the Executive Council Bainuna Street, Crown Prince Court Abu Dhabi

ATTENDEES His Excellency Ali Al Ketbi Assistant Secretary General - Public Administration Directorate, General Secretariat of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council (GSEC)

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister showcased the Queensland Government's expertise in governance and public sector administration. • The meeting was also used as a platform to progress negotiations on a high-level visit to Queensland proposed for May this year by a group of 15 Abu Dhabi Undersecretaries, led by the General Secretariat of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council (GSEC) "Centre of Excellence" which is headed up by HE Ali Al Ketbi. The Abu Dhabi Government has a target of being in the Top 5 Governments across the globe and is interested to meet with other Governments that are considered as being benchmark.

KEY POINTS • During the meeting, His Excellency outlined the instititutional changes affecting the Abu Dhabi Government, the new regulations regarding how the government is to operate. The government is facing challenges on how to make the transition to new initiatives and new people. In addressing these issues, members from the Abu Dhabi Government have determined that cross government collaboration will be sought. • The themes of the forum will be determined by what they are currently finding challenging and what they are not doing well enough. As a result, the government is looking for an exchange of ideas and in particular, human resource management advice concerning how to develop their people. His Excellency indicated that there is a high take up of the Forum with fifteen confirmed guests and a further five possibilities. His Excellency will lead the delegation. In response, the Minister assured His Excellency of Queenslands commitment to the Forum to have senior people available to participate and to network. • Trade Queensland, in partnership with QUT, has proposed to host a three day Abu Dhabi Queensland Forum that will include Brisbane and the Gold Coast, from 24 - 26 May 2010, for a senior delegation of around fifteen Abu Dhabi Government Undersecretaries. (Note that an Undersecretary role is essentially equivalent to a Director-General position within the Queensland Government).

52 • This proposal arose from discussions between the Premier and His Excellency Ali Al Ketbi, during her visit to the UAE in October 2009. The Premier indicated that she would welcome the opportunity to demonstrate Queensland's capabilities in the field of governance, leadership and public administration and invited His Excellency Ali Al Ketbi to hold this high-level forum in Queensland. • His Excellency Ali Al Ketbi also holds the position of Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Emiratization Council (Abu Dhabi Tawteen Council).

53 QUEENSLAND GOVER N MENT RECEPTION

Date: Tuesday 4 May 2010 Time: 6:45pm - 8:30pm Venue: Australian Ambassador's Residence 429 Sultan Bin Zayed (32nd) Street Al Bateen Abu Dhabi

KEY POINTS • The reception enabled the Minister to network with government and business contacts in Abu Dhabi and promote Queensland's expertise across a range of sectors, focusing on the key capabilities of the accompanying business delegation. • The Minister highlighted Queensland's capabilities in the areas of construction, infrastructure and green building including tourism infrastructure; education and vocational training; food and agribusiness; as well as health and medical, highlighting capability of individual companies participating in the mission. • The Minister encouraged Queensland-Abu Dhabi Government cooperation under the MOU signed by the Honourable Anna Bligh MP, Premier of Queensland in October 2009.

54 List of Invitees

Undersecretaries / CEOs / Managing Directors - Abu Dhabi Government Entities

Name Department Designation

Hamood Humaid Al Western Region General Manager Mansoori Municipality Ali Rashed Al Ketbi Public Administration Assistant Secretary General Directorate Ahmed Mohammed Department of Municipal Undersecretary Shareef Affairs Mohamed Omar Abdullah Department of Economic Undersecretary Development Khalifa Mohammed Al Abu Dhabi Municipality General Manager Mazrouei Mohamed Hareb Al Yousef Department of Transport Executive Director Salem Saleh Al Sayari Abu Dhabi Education Executive Director Support Council Services Mohammed Sultan al Department of Finance Executive Director Hameli Rashed Al Shariqi Abu Dhabi Food Control Director General Authority Sheikh Abdulla Mohammed Western Region Chairman Butti Al Hamad Development Council Abdullah Saeed Al Darmaki Abu Dhabi Emiratization Executive Director Council Mubarak Hamad Al Muhairi Abu Dhabi Tourism Director General Authority Abdulla Khori Government Affairs for the Executive Director Executive Affairs Authority (EAA) of Abu Dhabi Mohammed Al Awadh Al Abu Dhabi Police GHQ General Manager of Human Minhaly Resource Directorate Rashed Lahej Al Mansoori Abu Dhabi System Director General Information Center

Abdullah Al Ahbabi General Secretariat - Deputy General Secretary Executive Council Mohammad Mohammad Zayed Higher Organization General Secretary Fadel Al Hameli for Humanitarian Care Special Needs and Minors Affairs Zaid Al Siksek Abu Dhabi Health Authority Chief Executive Officer Majid Al Mansoori Environmental Agency - Secretary General Abu Dhabi Reem Yousif Al Shammari Abu Dhabi Brand General Manager Falah Mohamed Al Ahbabi Abu Dhabi Urban Planning General Manager Council Fahad Saeed Al Raqbani Abu Dhabi Council for Deputy General Manager Economic Development Mohamed Hamad Azzan Al Western Region Director General Mazrouei Development Council Dr. Matar Al Nuaimi Al Ain Municipality General Manager Butti Ahmed Al Qubaisi Statistics Center Director General

55 MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY ABDULLAH RASHID AL ® I CHAIRMAN, ABU DHABI DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT

Date : Wednesday 5 May 2010 Time: 9:00am - 10:00pm

Venue: Aseel Building Baynouna Street, behind Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank Abu Dhabi

ATTENDEES His Excellency Abdullah Rashid Chairman, Abu Dhabi Department of AI-Otaiba Transport

MEETING SYNOPSIS • This meeting was considered important as a number of Queensland companies are currently in varying stages of negotiation with this Department. ® Vigil Systems, have submitted a proposal to the Department of Transport to develop a training curriculum for bus drivers; and ® Aurecon and Brisbane City Enterprises (BCE)/SMEC have also recently submitted a joint bid to the DoT for the extension and upgrade of the Emirates Road between Dubai and Abu Dhabi. ® The Queensland Government has an existing relationship with Abu Dhabi Department of Transport (DoT) through a number of initiatives related to maritime safety and library services. • The meeting provided the Government's imprimatur for these companies and assisted in speeding up the negotiation process and the underlying good relationship between the two Governments could be used to positively influence the potential outcomes.

KEY POINTS

® The Minister thanked the Chairman for meeting with the delegation and spoke about the relationship between Abu Dhabi and Queensland. The Minister also commended the Abu Dhabi Government in conducting large scale projects in such a short period of time.

® Both the Minister and the Chairman discussed the importance of the relationship between Queensland and Abu Dhabi not only in terms of Trade but also in educational services and government relations.

® HE Mohamed Al Yousef will be attending the "Intergovernmental forum" in Brisbane and the Minister extended an invitation to attend a reception at parliament house.

® The Chairman and the Minister discussed the Abu Dhabi Waterways project relying on Queensland expertise (Ferry services)

56 • The Minister and Chairman agreed that Brisbane has one of the best Bus Rapid Transit Systems in the world and spoke about Brisbane Transport and the government/private sector relationship. The Chairman spoke about the Integrated Systems project for Abu Dhabi.

• The Chairman indicated the opportunities for Queensland companies in consultancy work, construction and design in the second part of 2010.

• The Minister enquired about the procedure for Queensland companies to register and apply for projects with Abu Dhabi DoT. HE Khalid Hachim explained the process.

• The Ambassador enquired about the timeline and selection for projects that Queensland companies already applied for but DoT staff were reluctant to give out information about existing projects.

• The Mafraq-Ghweifat Highway project was discussed and the Chairman indicated that the winning consortium will be announced in the near future.

• Ms Susan Rae promoted the Queensland office in Abu Dhabi and offered assistance to HE Mohamed Al Yousef in preparing for his travel in late May. Ms Rae also praised the Chairman for his hard work and the positive changes she witnessed since moving to Abu Dhabi. Ms Rae then introduced the companies present in the delegation.

• Mr Raji Ramadan gave a brief overview of SMEC and spoke about the cooperation between Brisbane City Entreprises and Abu Dhabi DoT in consulting work for By-Laws in Abu Dhabi and then gave an overview about the projects SMEC applied for at DoT.

• Mr Wim Frencken gave a brief overview of Aurecon and update on the work with DoT, Aurecon is already working with DoT on road and infrastructure projects and submitted proposals for the BRT consulting, project, decision on the project to be out in the next couple of months.

• Mounir Sankary introduced Vigil Systems and spoke about the proposal submitted to DoT. The Chairman indicated the importance of this project for Abu Dhabi Department of Transport and HE Mohamed Al Yousef highlighted the need for Vigil System's solutions at the Department.

57 MEETI NG I THE ABU DHABI CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AN D IN U T Y

Date: Wednesday 5 May 2010 Time: 10:30am - 12noon

Venue: Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce and Industry

KEY POINTS • In the absence of the Director General, Mr Rashid al Qubaisi met the delegation. • In a courtesy call the Minister thanked the ADCCI for hosting our delegates and for the support of Catherine Norton's seminar to promote women's leadership seminar. • The Minister was given a tour of the Chamber's offices and an overview of it's extensive emebership base.

58 MEETING WITH HIS EXCELLENCY SULTAN AL JABER, CHIEF EXECUTIVE O FFI CER, MASDAR

Date : Wednesday 5 May 2010

Time: 3 :00pm - 4:00pm

Venue: Masdar

ATTENDEES His Excellency Dr Sultan Al Jaber Chief Executive Officer, Masdar

Mr Rashed Al Dahari Senior Associate, Masdar

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister met with the Chief Executive Officer of Masdar and heard first hand the new direction of the planned carbon-neutral project, including future plans, noting that Masdar has downsized the project and unveiled a new strategy for building the city. Whilst the project has beenscaled back, and the role played by Masdar in implementation of the project has changed, opportunities continue to exist for Queensland's green building expertise. • Through this meeting with the key decision maker at Masdar, the Minister identified how Queensland companies will need to engage with Masdar and their newly nominated property developers differently in the future to access opportunities related to Masdar City and the broader Masdar Initiative.

KEY POINTS • His Excellency Dr Sultan al Jaber talked briefly on the UAE - Australia relationship and described it as stong and strategic, promoting stong growth in commerce and trade. • Masdar is wishing to establish an investment project in Australia. His Excellency described a number of such investment projects Masdar have made in the United Kingdom and Spain and would like his office to be notified if any such suitable investment opportunites exist in Queensland. • The Minister updated His Excellency on the current opportunities in Queensland but outlined that there is no feed in tariff yet for large customers. He advised that the Federal Government is about to launch a range of solar energy initiatives. • In line with the new strategy, Masdar will assume a master developer role and transfer the property development role to major developers such as Aldar whose core business is property development. Construction of Masdar City has not begun. • To target opportunities related to Masdar City, Queensland companies will need to target property developers such as Aldar Properties at the company level. • The meeting with Masdar endorsed Queensland companies and Queensland's green building expertise at a high-level to key decision makers at Masdar which will pave the way for Queensland exporters to win work with Masdar's nominated property developers.

59 M EETIN G WITH M S HtLtNE PE LOSSE , INTERIM DIRECTOR- GEN ERAL, INTERNATIONAL RENEWABLE ENERGY AGENCY (I NA)

Date : Wednesday 5 May Time: 4:30 - 5:30PM

Venue: IRENA - International Renewable Energy Agency Old Airport Road at Abu Dhabi Corniche Road Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

ATTENDEES Ms Helene Pelosse Interim Director General, IRENA

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister gathered information about recent developments in the international renewable energy sector, including best practice, suggested policy frameworks, and suitable financing mechanisms.

KEY POINTS • The discussion pertained to sharing ideas on where Queensland is positioned in relation to the renewable energy industry and targets. Ms Pelosse was impressed by Australia's commitment. In particular, she was impressed with the CCS and the aim to commercialize the technology as well as the prominence of wind technology in Tasmainia. In comparing the industries on an international level, she noted that in the UAE there is no cost reflective pricing power, and hence a lack of incentive to commit to renewable energy solutions. • The Minister outlined south-east Queensland's investment in water infrastructure and awareness campaigns in response to drought problems. • The Minister highlighted Queensland's capabilities in renewable energy and commitment to renewable energy research including the Queensland Renewable Energy Plan. The Minister cited flagship Queensland renewable energy projects, including Townsville Solar City, the Windorah Solar Farm, the Birdsville Geothermal Power Station and the Cloncurry Solar Thermal Power Station. • IRENA expressed their support for Tonga and have used the experience as a model for establishing support for other small island states. The Abu Dhabi Fund for Development is supporting a number of small island nations, including Tonga and Cormoros, to develop renewable energy sources. • The Minister noted the simiarities with remote communities in Queensland where the government is currently attempting to install renewable energy sources. These would replace inefficient diesel generators as the traditional energy sources and would also alleviate the costly need to connect remote communities to national energy grids. IRENA expressed interest in gaining contacts in this network to ascertain whether similar technologies could be used elsewhere and

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61 M EETI NG WITH H IS EXCE LLE N CY H USSAI N J AL N OWAIS, CHAIRMAN, ETIHAD (UNION) RAILWAYS

Date : Wednesday 6 May 2010 Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Venue: Makeen Tower, 9th Floor Tourist Club area, Facing Abu Dhabi Mall Abu Dhabi

ATTENDEES His Excellency Hussain Al-Nowais Chairman, Etihad Railways

MEETING SYNOPSIS • The Minister met with Etihad Railways to promote Queensland's expertise in the railway sector and drive commercial opportunities for the State following their visit to Queensland in April 2010.

KEY POINTS There will be significant niche opportunities for Queensland companies throughout the project construction and later in network operations, including: • Ansaldo STS (whom you had discussions with in Malaysia) for signalling; and • Central Queensland University and Queensland University of Technology for education and training. • Etihad Railways is charged with delivering the UAE's US$8.16 billion rail network, which is part of the planned US$65 billion GCC rail network expected to begin construction in 2011. • Etihad Railways is keen to establish a link with Central Queensland University and Queensland Rail with a view to start training up to 30 young Emerati nationals. Training would be complete and students would be ready to start work upon the completion of the railway link. • John Holland, Laing O'rouke and Leighton are to be invited to pre-qualify. • Etihad have been impressed with Australian operations and have been looking in particular for their emphasis on freight as opposed to Europe rail networks which focus on passenger services. They also expressed interest in technology to assist with heat and air cooling of diesel engines. • The chairman, His Excellency Hussain Al-Nowais, a board member of a number of other organisations, has expressed interest in agribusiness, food security, food processing technology and the development of the metal industry under ADBIC. • The Minister agreed to provide information on Queensland's Smart State initiative.

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63 QUEENSLAND COMPANIES READY FOR MALAYSIA INFRASTRUCTURE AND CLEAN ENERGY BOOM

Kuala Lumpur: Queensland's infrastructure, transport and clean technologies companies are well positioned to partner and share expertise with Malaysian counterparts.

Attending meetings with government, business leaders and a delegation of Queensland companies in Kuala Lumpur today, Trade Minister Stephen Robertson said the Queensland Government is strongly supporting local companies which are keen to pursue projects in Malaysia.

"A number of experienced Queensland companies are looking with interest at opportunities arising from Malaysia's infrastructure and clean technology programs," Mr Robertson said.

"My meeting today with the Malaysian Minister for Transport, YB Dato' Sri Ong Tee Keat was about linking a number of Queensland companies to upcoming projects including the 80 kilometre Klang Valley freight bypass project and the new Trans Central Highlands rail project.

"Further opportunities are likely to arise from the Prime Minister of Malaysia's launch of a new policy in January 2010, where the target is to increase public transport use from 10 per cent to 13 per cent by the end of the year and to 25 per cent by 2012."

Mr Robertson also met with YB Datuk Peter Chin Fah Kui, Malaysian Minister of Energy, Green Technology and Water to add weight to Queensland's clean and green energy companies' push into Malaysia.

"Queensland is building strong capability in providing green building, clean technologies and low emission services for coal-fired power stations. We are also becoming known as a leader in renewable energy technologies, including tidal and biomass generated energy," Mr Robertson said.

"This year, Malaysia has implemented a green technology fund of approximately $500 million for local companies undertaking green technology projects, so there is now scope for Queensland business to partner with Malaysian companies in technology and product exchanges.

"For example, Ecospecifier, a Queensland company that provides a global source of green building product and service information, has strong capabilities to contribute to the development of the green building industry in Malaysia.

"The Queensland Government's export agency, Trade Queensland, is assisting Ecospecifier to spearhead entry into this market and this in turn may provide an opportunity for a large number of Queensland manufacturers and service providers in the green building sector in Malaysia."

Mr Robertson said he had invited both Malaysian Ministers to Queensland to see first-hand the State's major transport infrastructure projects and clean technologies research and companies.

64 "I suggested a visit to Queensland as the best way to see the work that has been done to deliver projects like the M1 motorway, the new Gateway Bridge and our world-class busways, and to view Queensland's research on low emission technologies for coal fired power stations and other renewable energy technologies."

65 MINISTER PROMOTES QUEENSLAND'S TRADE AND INV ESTMENT CREDENTIALS TO SINGAP ORE

Singapore: Trade Minister Stephen Robertson will sell Queensland's trade and investment credentials to representatives of Singapore's government and key investment organisations as part of a trade mission to Singapore.

Minister Robertson said that Singapore is a key gateway into Asia for Queensland as a favoured export and investment destination.

"During this mission I will meet with Mr Bill Foo, ANZ Singapore's General Manager, a key group of Singapore's private investors from the mining and resource related sectors, as well as senior executives from Singapore Government owned entities with substantial investments in Australia," Mr Robertson said.

"I will also meet with representatives of Singapore's Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Investment Trade Commission, to discuss Trade and Investment opportunities for Queensland across the ASEAN countries.

Queensland Gas Corporation's recent export contract with Singapore will also be a key focus for Minister Robertson in Singapore, where he will meet with Singapore's Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Trade and Industry and Ministry of Education.

"As part of Singapore's Energy Security and Fuel Diversification strategy, there are a range of opportunities for Queensland's energy companies," Mr Robertson said.

"Queensland has much to offer Singapore 's energy sector, including low emission technology for coal fired power stations, a developing LNG industry and renewable energy technologies.

"In 2008-09, Queensland's economy benefited from almost $362 million in merchandise goods exported to Singapore.

"Singapore is also a valuable education market for Queensland, and was ranked number 16 in Queensland's list of top source countries for international student enrolments across all sectors in 2009.

"Queensland recorded 1400 student enrolments from Singapore in 2009, reflecting an increase of more than 11 per cent over the previous year.

Minister Robertson is undertaking a trade mission from 27 April to 8 May to promote Queensland as a trade and investment destination in Malaysia , Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

66 ABU DHABI GOVERNMENT LEADERS VISIT TO FOCUS ON GOVERNANCE

Abu Dhabi: Senior leaders of 15 Abu Dhabi Government Departments will visit Queensland in May as part of a key collaboration to share experience and build strong relationships between leaders of the two governments.

Trade Minister Stephen Robertson said today that the visit will promote and share ideas on leadership, and provide a chance to learn about Queensland's expertise in governance and public administration.

"The proposal for the May visit by Abu Dhabi senior officials arose from discussions last year between Premier Anna Bligh and His Excellency Ali Al Ketbi, who is the Assistant Secretary General of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council Centre of Excellence," Mr Robertson said.

"On a trade mission to Abu Dhabi, the Premier promoted Queensland's capabilities in governance, leadership and public administration, and invited His Excellency to Queensland for this exchange.

"The group went to the UK and Singapore in past years for a similar purpose.

"As part of my current trade mission, I met again today with His Excellency Mr Al Ketbi to confirm the details of the visit.

"The Abu Dhabi Government has a target of being in the top 5 governments across the globe in terms of accountability, governance and public sector administration.

"Trade Queensland will host a three-day Abu Dhabi - Queensland Forum in Brisbane from 24 to 26 May, in partnership with the Queensland University of Technology.

"The Forum will include a series of presentations, site visits and related activities and will provide the Abu Dhabi Undersecretaries with an opportunity to discuss areas of opportunity with senior Queensland Government officials.

"Abu Dhabi's Undersecretaries are the equivalent in their Departments to Queensland Directors-General. The Queensland Government is honoured to host this very senior international delegation," Mr Robertson said.

"The upcoming visit illustrates the strong trust and the depth of the partnerships that we are succeeding in building between our two Governments, under the strong Queensland / Abu Dhabi Memorandum of Understanding," Mr Robertson said.

67 QU EENSLAND / ABU DHABI MOU A MODEL FOR GLOBAL PARTNERSHIPS Abu Dhabi: A strong agreement between Queensland and Abu Dhabi is creating opportunities for Queensland businesses and institutions to form partnerships in the Middle East. Trade Minister Stephen Robertson today chaired the second meeting of the Queensland /Abu Dhabi Memorandum of Understanding Joint Technical Committee and said that the agreement was yielding valuable trade outcomes. "Queensland and Abu Dhabi enjoy a strong and growing partnership, underpinned by our MoU signed by Premier Anna Bligh in 2009," Mr Robertson said. "Key focus sectors under the agreement are education and training, health and medical, food and agribusiness, and construction and infrastructure "Today I supported the signing of a new contract between the Abu Dhabi Tawteen Council and Brisbane-based Eidos Institute - a direct outcome of the MoU. "The new deal will see Eidos Institute providing employment and policy development consultancy services to the Tawteen Council, and follows the signing in February of an agreement confirming Queensland as a preferred supplier of services and expertise to assist the Abu Dhabi Tawteen Council. Minister Robertson said that the level of activity occurring under the Queensland - Abu Dhabi MoU, including six delegations from Abu Dhabi to Queensland since October 2009, makes it a strong model for the development of new formal overseas relationships for the State. "Today's Technical Committee meeting highlighted a number of other new deals in the pipeline, looking to utilise Queensland's expertise in nurse training, emergency management and response, regulatory and corporate governance, hospital design and management, telehealth and telemedicine. "For example, work is advancing well on a partnership that could see up to 300 Abu Dhabi nurses receive training at the South Bank Institute of TAFE and QUT over the next 10 years. "The number of valuable trade deals that are being developed across such a wide range of non-traditional, innovative export sectors clearly illustrates why Queensland is so committed to strengthening our relationship with Abu Dhabi, and this MoU's strong potential as a model for other overseas partnerships. "On behalf of the Queensland Government, I look forward to continuing to work with our partners in Abu Dhabi, contributing to meeting the Abu Dhabi Government's objectives and its vision for the future," Mr Robertson said. The Queensland-Abu Dhabi Joint Technical Committee exchanges information drives initiatives and provides a framework for the development of opportunities under the Queensland - Abu Dhabi MoU.

68 STRONG QUEENSLAND LINKS TO $240 MILLION TRANSPORT CONTRACT IN SAUDI ARABIA

RIYADH: The company that helped build the word's best metro transport system in Copenhagen is now leading a major project to design, build and put into service a metro system for 26,000 female students travelling across the world's biggest university campus.

Trade Minister Stephen Robertson today joined representatives of Ansaldo STS, which has its Asia Pacific head office in Brisbane, and which has been awarded a A$240 million export contract for the rail systems technology as the major partner in the consortium building the A$400 million driverless metro project at the Princess Noura BintAbdulrahman University for Women in Riyadh.

"A global company with its headquarters in Italy, Ansaldo STS is supported by over 1000 employees across the Asia Pacific in Australia, India, Malaysia, Hong Kong and Southern Africa.

"The company provides world-leading transport technology, systems and services from signalling to communications to complete turnkey transport solutions," Mr Robertson said.

"Last year Ansaldo STS's Queensland-based business secured more than A$291 million in export orders, and through its contribution to projects such as the Riyadh driverless metro, aims to continue to capitalise on the significant and expanding opportunities in the growing mass transit sector.

"The consortium that Ansaldo STS is leading was hand picked by the general contractor, Saudi Binladin Group, and I will visit the site today to witness this project first hand.

"When finished in around 2 years, the project will deliver an 11 kilometre system linking facilities at the university.

"Since the driverless metro system project began in June 2009 it has progressed well and is now about 40 per cent complete.

"It is a tribute to Ansaldo STS, its project managers, engineers and contractors that this project is on target. The company's strong Queensland presence is helping to grow our State's reputation as a global provider of world-class transport infrastructure and services, and other major public infrastructure projects," Mr Robertson said.

Brisbane-based Lyle Jackson, who is President of Ansaldo STS's Transportation Solutions business unit said, "This major contract gives us a foothold in the Saudi Arabian market, today one of the most active in the rail and metro transport sector, and lays the foundations for a strategic alliance with one of the most important players in the Middle East.

"The order, coming from the Saudi Binladin Group, strengthens Ansaldo STS's leadership in the driverless automatic metro systems sector, and follows the awarding of similar contracts in Italy, Denmark, Greece and Taiwan," Mr Jackson said.

69 The Princess Noura Sint Abdulrahman University project in Riyadh is being built over 800 hectares in area at a cost of more than 30 billion Saudi Rivals (A$8.68 billion).

70 QUEENSLAND STRENGTHENS EDUCATION TIES WITH UAE ABU DHABI: Trade Minister Stephen Robertson today met with United Arab Emirates (UAE) education leaders to promote stronger education ties with Queensland. Mr Robertson said that the successful partnership between Queensland and the UAE has resulted in Queensland becoming a popular education destination for Emirati students. "International education is an important industry for us and Queensland institutions are leading global innovators in the delivery of high-quality education and training overseas," Mr Robertson said. "Today I will support Queensland education institutions to advance their negotiations to deliver nurse training programs to UAE students. "Queensland's expertise in nursing is increasingly being recognised on the world stage with many Queensland institutions already delivering tailored nursing programs for overseas governments. "If successful, these negotiations could see 20 to 30 students each year in the UAE upgrading their qualifications to diploma level through a Queensland institution. There would also be an option for eligible UAE students to move on to a full nursing degree program in Queensland." Mr Robertson met today with the Abu Dhabi Education Council (ADEC) to promote further interest in applying Queensland education models. "One model that was discussed as possibly suitable for use in the UAE is the Queensland Academies program," he said. "The best and brightest of Queensland's students in years 10 to 12 are given a leg up into university study giving them an early start on the pathway to professional success. "This model could be successfully adopted in Abu Dhabi to help nurture young people with outstanding academic talent. "Another model has been applied successfully through the Australian International School (AIS) Sharjah, the first school in the Middle East to teach Queensland's education curriculum. "AIS Sharjah uses the Queensland Preparatory to Year 10 syllabus under a licence agreement. "There may be additional opportunities for Queensland's education professionals in running parenting programs like Triple P, developed in Queensland and now used in more than 20 countries, in the UAE. "This innovative program relies on tailoring parenting skills to suit the differing values, beliefs and needs of children and parents across the globe, including proven methods for parenting special needs children," Mr Robertson said. The Minister also discussed other opportunities for collaboration on education reform agendas, mentoring for principals and teachers, and professional development for women in government with the Abu Dhabi Education Council. "In 2009, 608 students from the UAE were enrolled in Queensland education institutions representing year-on-year growth of more than 7 per cent from 2008. "The UAE is continuing to place trust in Queensland's education providers across all sectors, and particularly in English language courses where around one third of UAE student enrolments were recorded in 2009," Mr Robertson said.

71 International education and training is Queensland's fourth largest export industry (behind resources, agribusiness and tourism), worth more than $2 billion dollars to the State's economy, and supporting more than 17,000 full time equivalent Queensland jobs in 2008/09.

72 MINISTER PROMOTES QU EENSLAND CAPABILITY IN TRANSPORT AND CLEAN TECHNOLOGY IN ABU DHAB I

Abu Dhabi: Queensland's expertise in transport infrastructure, management and planning will be on show this week as part of a trade mission to the United Arab Emirates.

Trade Minister Stephen Robertson will undertake a series of meetings to sell Queensland's expertise in these sectors to a range of government leaders.

"I will meet with His Excellency Rashid Al Otaiba, the Chair of United Arab Emirates Department of Transport, to support Queensland companies Aurecon, Brisbane City Enterprises and Vigil Systems in their recent partnerships to provide planning expertise to the region," Mr Robertson said.

"I will also meet with Etihad Union Rail to promote Queensland's leading transport expertise to the Emirates.

"Queensland's burgeoning clean technology and green building industries will also be a focus for the trade mission, and I will promote the State's green building capability in all my meetings including at my meeting with the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), focussing on Queensland's Renewable Energy Plan.

"2010 marks the 12th year of the International Business Cadet program, a government/business partnership managed by Trade Queensland, and this is the first year there has been an international business cadet placed in the Middle East, " Mr Robertson said.

"The International Business Cadet, who is based for 20 weeks in the Queensland Government Trade and Investment Office in Abu Dhabi is undertaking research on behalf of Vigil Systems, a Queensland-based global leader in driver performance management."

"Vigil Systems is strongly focused on securing new partnerships in the Middle East, and especially in the UAE. It sees potential for major mutual benefit in providing access in the Middle East to its world-class transport driver monitoring and training systems, aimed at improving driving behaviour, reducing costs and ultimately saving lives, " Mr Robertson said.

"Queensland is growing its reputation as a leading global supplier of transport infrastructure , management and planning, clean technology and green building products and services . My trade mission to the Middle East is a strong opportunity to form new partnerships in these important industry sectors for our State."

Minister Robertson is undertaking a trade mission from 27 April to 8 May to promote Queensland as a trade and investment destination in Malaysia, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia.

73 ROBERTSON : SPRING BORG SHOULD CHECK THE FACTS ON TRADE MISSIONS

Minister for Trade Stephen Robertson has urged the Opposition to check the facts before exposing their ignorance yet again to the Queensland public.

Mr Robertson will travel overseas leading a trade mission, which has been planned for months, of Queensland business from Tuesday 27 April to Saturday 8 May to Singapore, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

"These markets are important for Queensland business and trade missions such as this open up opportunities for expansion and growth," he said.

The value of these markets to Queensland business in 2008-09 was:

• Malaysia $560 million • UAE $288 million • Saudi Arabia $27 million.

In Malaysia the Minister will meet with the Ministry of Transport to discuss Malaysia's 2010 - 2014 transport infrastructure plan, estimated at US$25 billion, which may offer opportunities for Queensland business and expertise.

Mr Robertson will also meet with the Ministry of Energy, Green Technology and Water to discuss Queensland's expertise in green and renewable energy.

"One of the most exciting opportunities will be my discussions with Petronas on its LNG project in Queensland and their plans for future investment," he said.

In the UAE the Minister will be negotiating with the Higher Colleges of Technology to assist Griffith University bid for a contract to deliver special education programs.

74 Robertson: Sp€ringborg should check the facts on trade missions

Minister for Trade Stephen Robertson has urged the Opposition to check the facts before exposing their Ignorance yet again to the Queensland pub€ic,

Mr Robertson will travel overseas leading a trade mission, which has been planned for months, of Queensland business from Tuesday 27 April to Saturday 8 May to Singapore, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

'These markets are important for Queensland business and trade missions such as this open up opiaartuititles for expansion and growth," he said.

The value of these markets to Queensland business in 2008-09 was.

• Malaysia $5600 million • UAE $268 million • Saudi Arabia $27 million.

In Malaysia the Minister wi€l meet with the Ministry of Transport to discuss MaIays'ia's 2010 - 2014 transport infrastructure plan, estimated at US$25 billion, which may offer opportunities for Queensland business and expertise.

Mr Robertson will also meet with the Ministry of Erzergy, Green Technology and Water to discuss Queensland's expertise in green and renewable energy.

"One of the most exciting opportunities will be my discussions with Petronas on its LNG project in Queensland and their plans for future investment," he said.

In the UAE the Minister will be negotiating with the Higher Colleges of Technology to assist Griffith University bid for a contract to deliver special education programs.

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{Media-Newewire.comj - Kuala Lumpur: Queensland's infrastructure, transport and clean technologies companies are well positioned obertson : Check to partner and share expertise with Malaysian counterparts. Attending meetings with government, business leaders and a delegation of Queensland companies in Kuala fact. Lumpur today, Trade Minister Stephen Robertson said the Queensland Government is strongly supporting focal companies which are keen to pursue projects in Malaysia. .I'I ADE Min€ster Stephen "A number of experienced Queensland companies are looking with interest at opportunities arising from Rob lftson hits urged the Malaysia's infrastructure and clean technology programs," Mr Robertson Sold- Opposition to cheek the facFs- "My meeting today with the Malaysian Minister for Transport. Yt3 Date' Sri Ong Tee Kest was about linking a before -expos ink .her IEx, norance number of Queensland companies to upcoming projects Including the 80 kilometre Kiang Valley freight to The t;?ueeissl tnd pi L Is„ bypass project and the new Trans Central Highlands rail project, Mr Reber€tQn Will trOvM "Further opportunities are likely to arise from the Prime Minister of Malaysia's launch of a new policy in overseas leading a trade January 2010, where the target is to increase public transport use from 10 percent to 13 per cent by the end of the year and to 25 per cent by 2012." rltlssien, wI*R has been Mr Robertson also met with YB Oatuk Peter Chin Fah Kul, Malaysian Minister of Energy , Green Technology planned for moitlls, 43f and Water to add weight to Queensland 's clean and green energy companies' push into Malaysia, Queensland busErtess trol79 "Queensland is building strong capability in providing green building , clean technologies and low emission Tuesday, Ape'st 2 ( to 9atttrdayr services for coal-fired power stations . We are also becoming known as a leader in renewable energy May .8 to S€ngapore, MakLvy fla, technologies, including tidal and biomass generated energy ," Mr Robertson said. Syit dl Atal)ln iind the United "This year, Malaysia has implemented a green technology fund of approximately $500 million for local companies undertaking green technology projects, so there is now scope for Queensland business to partner Arab ([JAE). with Malaysian companies in technology and product exchanges. "The_sr- markets are For example, Ecospecifler, a Queensland company that provides a global source of green building product important for Queenshand and service information, has strong capabilities to contribute to the development of the green building industry business and trade i iissiens in Malaysia. such a s this opts up `The Queensland Government's export agency, Trade Queensland , is assisting Ecospecifier to spearhead ottpc s turilties for cexpiytision and entry into this market and this in turn may provide an opportunity for a large number of Queensland manufacturers and service providers in the green building sector in Malaysia." ,rorwtis,' he s{ Id, Mr Robertson said he had invited both Malaysian Ministers to Queensland to see first-hand the State's major transport infrastructure projects and clean techno logies research and companies. aasia Free and Indep endent

Queensland keen to share expertise in green technology

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KUALA LUMPUR, Queensland's infrastructure , transport and clean technology companies are well positioned to partner and share expertise with their Malaysian counterparts.

Trade Minister Stephen Robertson said yesterday the Queensland government supported Australian companies keen to pursue projects in Malaysia,

`A number ofexperienced Queensland companies are looking with interest at opportunities arising from Malaysia's infrastructure and clean technology programmes," said Robertson, who led a delegation of Queensland companies to meet with government and busines leaders here.

`My meeting with the Transport Minister, Ong Tee Kest, was about linking a number of Queenstand companies to upcoming projects, including the 80-km Kiang Valley freight bypass project and the new Trans Central Highlands rail project.

"Further opportunities are likely to arise with the launch of Malaysia's new policy in January 2010, where the target is to increase public transport use from 10% to 13% by the end of the year end to 26% by 2012."

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Robertson also met with Energy, Green Technology and Water Minister Peter Chin Fah Kul to discuss Queensland's clean and green energy companies` push into Malaysia.

"Queensland has the capability to provide green building, clean technologies and low-emission services for coal-fired power stations. We are also becoming known as a leader in renewable energy technologies, including tidal and biomass-generated energy," Robertson said.

"This year, Malaysia has established a green technology fund of about US$500 million (RM1.6 billion) for local companies undertaking green technology projects. So there is now scope for Queensland businesses to partner with Malaysian companies In technology and product exchanges.

"For example, Ecospecifier, a Queensland company that provides a global source of green building product and service information, has the expertise and skills to develop the green building Industry in Malaysia,

"The Queensland government's export agency, Trade Queensland, is assisting Ecospecifier to spearhead its entry Into this market and this in turn may provide an opportunity for a large number of QUeensiand Manufacturers and service providers to venture into the green buifdlPg sector in Malaysia,"

Robertson said he hes invited Ong and Chin to visit Queers€and to see first-hand the state's major transport infrastructure projects and clean technology research companies,

°`A visit to Queensland is the best war to see the work that has been done to deE €ver projects tike the MI motorway, the new Gateway Bridge and our world -class ibusways , and to view Queens lafld's research on low-emission technologies for coal-fired power stations and other renewab €e energy technologies." .cum Saudi Arabia's infrastructure requirements is Ansaldo STS which has been awarded the contract for the Kingdom's rail syste€ris technology. It is a major partner in the driverless metro project at the Princess Noura bint Abdulrahman University for Women HOME I SAUDI ARABIA I MIDDLE-EAST I WORLD I ECONOMY I SPORTS I LIFE&STYLE I OPINIO! in Riyadh. Islamic Finance Corporate News hwestmue5s

HOME f ECONOMY ! QUEENSLAND AIMS TO EXPAND TRADE LINES The consortium that Ansaldo STS is leading was handpicked by general contractor. Saudi Bintadin Group. When finished in two years' time, the project will deliver an 11- Queensland aims to expand trade links kilometer system linking facilities at the university.

By ROOOLt'b C. ESTIMO JR. I ARAB NEWS "Since the driverless metre system project began in June 2009, It has progressed well Published : May 3, 20 15 01:45 Updated : May 3 , 2010 Of :45 PRINT EMAIL SHAR and is now about 40 percent complete. It is a tribute to Ansaldo STS, its project RiYADt-I: Minister of Trade Stephen Robertson of Queensland , Australia, DELICIOUS expressed satisfaction Saturday night over the result of his team's visit to the EIGG managers, englueems and contractors that this project is on target," Robertson said. Kingdom. " We were here on a two-day fart-finding mission to discuss with FACEeOmr Saudi officials ways to further increase relations between the Kingdom and GOOOLE Queensland commerce and industry . We aim to expand trade ties with Saudi He added that the work being done by Aansakie in Saudi Arabia was part of the YAHOCi BUZZ Arabia. The officials we met have been very cooperative," he told the press and growing global reputation Queensland companies have earned as providers of world- Saudi business leaders at a reception at the Riyadh Sheraton Hotel. class transport infrastructure and services, and other major public infrastructure COMMENTS Accompanied by Hasson Miski, trade and investment commiss€oner at the Australian projects. Embassy, Robertson called on Riyadh Gov. Prince Salman at his office earlier during Post a comment the day. They discussed bilateral ties, including trade and investment.

Robertson also visited the Saudi Ministry of Commerce and Industry and held talks Robertson also said that this was a prime example of an emerging export partnership with Undersecretary forTechnicai Affairs Mohammed bin Hamad Al-Kathir€ and opportunity for innovative Queensland businesses in Saudi Arabia, 'I'd like to discussed ways of improving relations in the field of trade, investment and services between Queensland and the Kingdom. encourage you to work together evert more to take advantage of the many opportunities on offer for both our regions," he said. According to a Saudi Press Agency (SPA) report, the trade volume between "the two countries in 2058 reached SRI 1.29 billion."

Robertson said, "Queensland is represented in Saudi Arabia by Commissioner He said that there had been a considerable effort by Queensland arid Saudi Arabia to Hassan Miski whose job Is to facilitate partnerships and support Queensland advance the relationship, most notably through a number of government arid business businesses match with Saudi partners, promote Queensland as an ideal destination for investment, education and tourism and to help Saudi companies who wish to know trade missions to Saudi Arabia- more about bu€Iding links with Queensland businesses."

He added that with Miski s assistance, Queensland companies have become regulars In November 2GM, then Trade Minister and now Speaker of Parliament John Mickel in Saudi Arabia's business landscape, and "We ore tasking to extend and widen the met with Commerce and Industry Minister Abdullah Zainal Ah'eza and Prince Sa relationship further. In recent years, the capacity and capabilities of Queensland lman companies have become known in areas such as education and training, cot-,struchon to discuss the progress of Quearialand -Saudi trade and investment relationship, and infrastructure, food aid agribusiness, mining equipment and tedinology and services i€rduding collaboration In areas like water management and technology and infrastrutntu€e that could be of use in Saudi Arabia. Robertson added that as tar as education was concerned, there were 200 Saudi students taking up various courses in Queensland, adding that their patents frequently visit them so that "they become tourists as well-' The Queensland business team left Riyadh Sunday night-

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