Australia is calling on Tier- Two cities
Posted on: 25/May/2010 1:01:03 AM
Australian trade commission on a three year programme to cover major cities in tamilnadu including Coimbatore, which has already been covered, Madurai and Tiruchi. Australia is to show case its skills and capabilities in front of Indian business persons in tier-2 and tier -3 cities.
Aminur Rahman, Australian Consul-General and Trade Commissioner for South India was speaking in a CII, Southern Region meeting function here on Monday. We have covered more than 50 per cent of our schedule. Our next focus is Madurai and Tiruchi, he said.
For the last three years, the Australian Trade Commission has conducted awareness programmes in tier-II cities such as Jaipur, Mangalore, Puducherry, Visakhapatnam and Coimbatore. Major cities and metros were avoided as they are covered on a regular basis. The new initiative resulted in Australia getting adequate exposure.
“In the next 10 to 15 years, India will be among the top 4-5 countries that matter most. India will be in the top bracket along with the US, Indonesia and China. This is the starting point for emergence of India as a significant economic partner. The improved bilateral relationship will send a positive message to the trade in each country, about market access and regulation.”
Bilateral trade had increased over 25 per cent in the last five years. India was the fourth largest export market for Australia and set to become the third largest export market.
The seminar showcased Australia`s expertise in food and beverage, agribusiness, hospitality, infrastructure, building and construction, clean energy, financial services, health and medical, machinery, manufacturing and nanotechnology, urban infrastructure, automotive, water management, fashion and franchising and sport services.
