QLD IS FIRST STATE TO APPOINT TRADE REP IN SAUDI ARABIA: PREMIER
Published Wednesday, 08 November, 2006 at 01:00 AM
Premier and Minister for Trade
The Honourable Peter Beattie
RIYADH: Premier and Minister for Trade Peter Beattie has announced the Queensland Government is the first Australian state or territory to appoint a trade and investment representative in Saudi Arabia.
“Saudi Arabia is already Australia’s largest market in the Middle East and the potential for Queensland companies is enormous,” Mr Beattie said.
“With construction and infrastructure in the capital of Riyadh alone worth billions of dollars, having a representative on the ground will put Queensland in a strong position to capture emerging opportunities in this oil-rich economy.”
Mr Beattie is in Riyadh for a series of trade meetings and a reception at the Australian Embassy. He has met with the Governor of Riyadh, His Royal Highness Prince Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, brother of His Royal Highness King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz al-Saud. The Prince visited Brisbane and met the Premier in 2000.
Mr Beattie has also met with the Minister of Commerce and Industry, His Excellency Doctor Hashim bin Abdullah bin Hashim Al-Yamani, and His Excellency Shaikh Abdul Rahman Al-Jeraisi, President of the Council of Saudi Chambers of Commerce and Industry.
“I’m here to promote Queensland as an investment location and also to encourage trade links,” Mr Beattie said.
“I’m keen to make the Saudi Arabian Government aware of our strong capabilities in the construction and infrastructure sectors, including tourism, as well as education and vocational training, food and agribusiness services.
“Saudi Arabia has the largest economy and greatest population in the Gulf region with more than 24 million people and our Government is actively encouraging Queensland companies to do business here.
“I am also extending an invitation to Saudi Arabian companies to look to Queensland for future trade and investment opportunities. We have so much to offer, including the ultimate tourist destination.
“Queensland is a multicultural society and regions such as the Gold Coast offer a wonderful holiday for families.”
Mr Beattie said Hassan Miski, with 15 years trade experience and formerly Business Development Manager with Austrade, has been appointed Queensland’s first trade representative in Riyadh.
Media Contacts: Premier’s office 07 3224 4500
Wednesday, November 8, 2006
“Saudi Arabia is already Australia’s largest market in the Middle East and the potential for Queensland companies is enormous,” Mr Beattie said.
“With construction and infrastructure in the capital of Riyadh alone worth billions of dollars, having a representative on the ground will put Queensland in a strong position to capture emerging opportunities in this oil-rich economy.”
Mr Beattie is in Riyadh for a series of trade meetings and a reception at the Australian Embassy. He has met with the Governor of Riyadh, His Royal Highness Prince Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, brother of His Royal Highness King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz al-Saud. The Prince visited Brisbane and met the Premier in 2000.
Mr Beattie has also met with the Minister of Commerce and Industry, His Excellency Doctor Hashim bin Abdullah bin Hashim Al-Yamani, and His Excellency Shaikh Abdul Rahman Al-Jeraisi, President of the Council of Saudi Chambers of Commerce and Industry.
“I’m here to promote Queensland as an investment location and also to encourage trade links,” Mr Beattie said.
“I’m keen to make the Saudi Arabian Government aware of our strong capabilities in the construction and infrastructure sectors, including tourism, as well as education and vocational training, food and agribusiness services.
“Saudi Arabia has the largest economy and greatest population in the Gulf region with more than 24 million people and our Government is actively encouraging Queensland companies to do business here.
“I am also extending an invitation to Saudi Arabian companies to look to Queensland for future trade and investment opportunities. We have so much to offer, including the ultimate tourist destination.
“Queensland is a multicultural society and regions such as the Gold Coast offer a wonderful holiday for families.”
Mr Beattie said Hassan Miski, with 15 years trade experience and formerly Business Development Manager with Austrade, has been appointed Queensland’s first trade representative in Riyadh.
Media Contacts: Premier’s office 07 3224 4500
Wednesday, November 8, 2006