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TIME TO GET THE HEIGHT SAFETY INDUSTRY REGULATED …!!! As a matter of public safety, fair trade, and the economy. In most cases a PCBU holder will need to use a “combination” of height safety products. Rather than hierarchy of control. And must be “site specific”. Misinformation and disinformation is also a contributing factor to injury’s and fatalities. The height safety industry is also “unregulated” simply because the related falls code referenced standards are not marked part of legislation, so no governing body is overseeing manufacturing product compliance, Thus has allowed some unscrupulous roof anchor system manufacturers sell and promote unsafe, non-complaint roof anchor systems. This has been a contributing factor to all the serious injuries and fatalities we see happening weekly.

Australia’s Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040 ...it was a demonstration of Australia’s determination to seize the vast opportunities of this diverse and vibrant region and to maximise our economic ties.

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Today, representatives from 12 Australian companies are heading to Thailand and Laos, led by Nicholas Moore AO, Special Envoy for Southeast Asia, Peter Fox AM, Business Champion for Thailand, and Chick Ollson, Business Champion for Laos. This mission will focus on supply chains and manufacturing investment within the region. The delegation will be joined by Austrade CEO Xavier Simonet and Export Finance Australia CEO John Hopkins. Delegates will meet with major Thai conglomerates, financial institutions and senior Government representatives, and visit the Eastern Economic Corridor to view successful manufacturing operations already established by Australian companies in the region. Thailand’s open economy, along with its strategic location, high quality infrastructure and digital connectivity, make it an attractive market for foreign investment. In Laos, delegates will attend the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit 2024, alongside world leaders, CEOs and senior executives - to share insights on the importance of ASEAN to the global economy. Strengthening engagement with Southeast Asia is a priority for the Australian Government To find out how the Government is supporting Australian businesses in Southeast Asia, visit: https://lnkd.in/dAwf9EyS #SEADealTeams #AusSEAinvested Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade)

CHINA TRADE AND INVESTMENT MISSION The Eastern Cape Government invites the participation of aspiring, export and investment-ready companies in manufacturing, agriculture and agro-processing, tourism and hospitality, renewable energy and green technology as well as in information communication technology to participate in the China Trade and Investment Mission. Businesspersons are required to cover their own cost of travel and accommodation during this visit. The business programme is envisioned to include a series of business-to-business (B2B) engagements designed to facilitate networking between business leaders from both regions, showcasing of trade and investment opportunities and incentives, and opportunities for the establishment of strategic alliances and joint ventures. The mission aims to: • Strengthen Bilateral Relations: Building and enhancing valuable strategic trade and investment relationships between the Eastern Cape and the Zhejiang and Heilongjiang provinces. • Explore Investment Opportunities: Identifying and pursuing investment opportunities in mutually beneficial priority sectors. • Promote Exports: Gaining market insights, showcasing the Eastern Cape’s export potential, and facilitating market access for local businesses. • Foster Business-to-Business Engagements: Encouraging direct interactions between businesses from both countries to explore collaboration and partnership opportunities. Download application form: https://lnkd.in/dZ9iASVy #developingtheeasterncape

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On Tuesday, 17 representatives from 12 Australian companies headed to #Thailand and #Laos to explore supply chain and manufacturing investment in the region, as part of the Southeast Asia Deal Teams Initiative. Led by Nicholas Moore AO, Special Envoy for Southeast Asia, Peter Fox AM, Business Champion for Thailand, and Charles ( Chick ) Olsson, Business Champion for Laos, the delegation will also be joined by Austrade CEO Xavier Simonet and Export Finance Australia CEO John Hopkins. Under its 20-year economic strategy, Thailand is aiming to transition from a middle income to high income country by 2037. The country is working to become a regional hub for trade, transport, energy and finance – an ambition that will require significant foreign investment. Laos’ economy is growing, expected to increase by around 4% in 2024, with current growth fuelled by tourism, transport and logistics, and investment in the power sector and special economic zones. Delegates will meet with major Thai conglomerates, financial institutions and senior Government representatives, and visit the Eastern Economic Corridor to view successful manufacturing operations already established by Australian companies in the region. In Laos, delegates will attend the ASEAN Business and Investment Summit 2024, alongside world leaders, CEOs and senior executives - to share insights on the importance of ASEAN to the global economy. Strengthening engagement with Southeast Asia is a priority for the Australian Government – the region matters to Australia more than ever, strategically and economically. Learn how the Government is supporting Australian businesses in Southeast Asia: https://ow.ly/o7kh50TGpcy #SEADealTeams #AusSEAinvested Don Farrell Mukund Narayanamurti | Amelia Walsh | Will Nankervis | Kristos Kavrakoudis | Kyril Estrin | Cameron Allan | Adi Bray

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