Phase one of many City of Cockburn’s business journey to Indonesia kicked off on Wednesday with a digital meet-and-greet discussion board between the 2 nations.
More than 100 native companies and business representatives registered to participate within the discussion board, which noticed the Indonesian Consulate and City of Cockburn make their preliminary introductions to start creating abroad connections.
Business engagement officer Lisa Kniebe mentioned she was shocked what number of companies confirmed curiosity in being part of the delegation.
“We are thrilled that so many businesses have registered, more than we expected considering the time of year,” Ms Kniebe mentioned.
“Our goals are to connect, educate and facilitate. We are connecting Cockburn businesses with Indonesia, providing education about the free trade agreement IA-CEPA and facilitating future opportunities to develop bilateral trade relationships.”
In August the City introduced that the mayor, senior leaders and as much as 20 native business representatives would journey to Indonesia subsequent yr in a bid to strengthen the area’s ties and relationship with Surabaya.
At their abnormal council assembly tonight, the council will announce which two members will be a part of the delegation and participate within the in-person conferences in Surabaya and Jakarta, a visit that can price ratepayers $20,298.
Local business representatives who select to go can pay for their very own prices.
Earlier this yr, City of Cockburn company affairs government Victoria Green mentioned the 2 areas shared many similarities.
“Surabaya is Indonesia’s second largest port, the largest shipbuilder and home to the Indonesian second naval fleet,” Ms Green mentioned.
“Discussions with the Deputy Governor of Surabaya during a recent visit to Perth identified significant synergies between Cockburn and Surabaya in economic areas of shipbuilding, health and aged care, education and digital technology.
“(It resulted) in the Deputy Governor inviting the city to meet with key industry stakeholders in Surabaya and discuss bilateral economic exchange opportunities.”
Minister for Tourism, Jobs and Trade Roger Cook was additionally in Indonesia this week main an Invest and Trade Western Australia mission to Jakarta.
“There is great opportunity to expand energy co-operation, working in partnership to balance our desire for sustainability and security in the region, as part of the global energy transition,” Mr Cook mentioned.
“We have a highly skilled workforce, underpinned by a world-class education and training sector, providing an opportunity to partner with Indonesia on skills development to foster economic growth.”
