06-10 November Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Program for the Australian delegation to Vietwater November proudly supported by:

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1 06-10 November 2017 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Program for the Australian delegation to Vietwater November 2017 proudly supported by:

2 Connecting Australian and Vietnamese Water Sectors Welcome from the Australian Ambassador to participants of the Australian delegation to Vietwater November 2017 Craig Chittick The Australian Ambassador to Vietnam Few countries around the world better exemplify the benefits of trade and investment liberalisation than Vietnam. Since 1990, Vietnam s average annual economic growth has been 5.5 per cent, among the highest in Asia. Vietnam is now a middle income country with a population of 92.7 million. It has invested heavily in education and skills, reinforcing its favourable demographics, including a median age of 30. Commentators judge Vietnam to be among the best placed of the emerging economies to escape the so-called middle income trap and follow a similar trajectory to the first Asian tigers such as Singapore, Korea and Taiwan. By mid-century, Vietnam is expected to be on the cusp of joining the world s top 20 economies. Trade and investment liberalisation has been at the very centre of Vietnam s growth story. Two-way trade is equivalent to 185 per cent of Vietnam s GDP. Australia is well-placed to benefit from Vietnam s continuing rise. Vietnam is now our 15th largest trading partner, with two-way trade exceeding $10 billion and Australian investment in Vietnam is also growing. We see tremendous potential for Australian water business in Vietnam. The Government of Vietnam is committed to transform the water sector so that all people have access to clean water in their homes by To support this commitment Australia, through the new Aus4Water program, will support the Government of Vietnam to embrace new technological innovations and increase private sector engagement in rural water supply. It will help to showcase successful models so that these can be replicated across Vietnam. As demonstrated by the last two Australian delegations to Vietwater, there is strong demand for Australia s expertise and technological innovation in water supply, water quality, water asset management, network operation, climate change adaptation, and governance and regulation. The Australian water sector has a lot it can offer to Vietnam. The time has come for Australia to take our relationship with one of Asia s most dynamic countries to a new level. I am looking forward to seeing the Australian delegation at Vietwater 17 and see this mission as a key platform in building a closer economic partnership between our two countries water sectors. I would encourage your participation on this trade mission which will provide a valuable opportunity to showcase Australia s capabilities, technical know-how and innovations. Welcome from the Francois Gouws President and Managing Director of Trility 2 Australia and Vietnam share many common challenges when it comes to safe, secure, efficient and sustainable water management. Both countries are experiencing new climate extremes featuring record droughts, floods and temperatures. Through these challenges, our water industries must develop greater resilience and flexibility through strengthening a culture of innovation and collaboration. The Australian delegations to Vietwater 15 and Vietwater 16 marked the largest Australian delegations to ever visit Vietnam including 140 Australian delegates from the private sector, government, R&D and water utilities in attendance. The hosted the largest Vietnamese delegations to ever travel to Australia for Ozwater 16 and Ozwater 17, with a combined 133 delegates. The Australian delegation to Vietwater 17 will continue this momentum to build collaborative relationships, and strengthen trade and investment, by helping to improve the business climate and expand the scope of business opportunities for mutual benefit. Delegates participating in the Australian mission to Vietwater will be involved in a series of tailored events designed to connect you with the right people across the Vietnamese water sector. Delegates will have space in the Australian booth, meet with water leaders, NGO s, donor agencies, private sector companies and water utilities in a series of workshops, business meetings, site tours and networking events. We are proud to extend the invitation to individuals and organisations to participate in the Australian delegation to Vietwater 17 to showcase your water expertise and technological innovations. We look forward to meeting you at Vietwater 17.

3 Day 1: In-country briefing The purpose of the in-country briefing is to introduce Australian delegates to water professionals working in Vietnam. This briefing provides the opportunity for delegates to hear from and speak to Australians working in Vietnam to understand the experiences, lessons, opportunities and challenges of doing business in Vietnam. Monday, 6 November In-country briefing and Site tour 8.15am am Arrive at Ibis Hotel (Next Door to Capri Hotel) Introduction to the Vietnamese water sector for Australian delegates: experiences, lessons, opportunities and challenges from agencies working in the Vietnamese water sector. Hear from: CEO and International Manager ANZ Bank CEO Australian Consul-General Vietnam Water Supply and Sewerage Association Leaders from the Vietnam water sector Twin Utilities Victorian Government am am Coffee break Introduction to the Vietnamese water sector for Australian delegates: experiences, lessons, opportunities and challenges from agencies working in the Vietnamese water sector. Hear from: Asian Development Bank World Bank Austrade Australian Chamber of Commerce Baker and McKenzie Law Firm pm Lunch at Hotel (Provided) Delegates meet interpreters during lunch pm pm Site visit to Ba Ria Vung Tau Water Company Bus pick up at Capri Hotel foyer at 1pm 1. Population in the serviced aereas 2014 (person) 760, Total existing water production (m3/d) 180, Proposed water production for 2020 (m3/d) - 4. Raw water sources Ground water, surface Water 5. Population - customers (person) 673, Water coverage (%) Propotion of water used by water meters (%) Operational rate 2014 (expenses/revenue) NRW 2014 (%) Staffs per 1000 water meters (person) Average domestic water tariff (VNĐ/m3) 7,700 Dinner at Vung Tau, courtesy of Vung Tau Water Company 3

4 Day 2: Business Introduction and Women in Water Workshop Tuesday, 7 November Site tour, Women in Water Workshop and Welcome Reception pm pm Site visit to Binh Hung Hoa Wastewater Treatment Plants Women in Water Workshop. This workshop will connect Australian women in water with women working in the Vietnamese water sector. The purpose of the workshop is to enable dialogue between women and sharing of information to support women empowerment in the Australian and Vietnamese water sectors. Outcomes from the workshop will result in an Australian Vietnamese Women in water network. Meet in foyer of Capri by Fraser Hotel at 7.45am Room 2, 3 rd floor, SECC pm MOU signing between AWA and VWSA Room 2, 3 rd floor, SECC pm Welcome reception for Australian delegates and invited guests. Hear from: the Australian Ambassador, Australian Consul General, President and VIPs from the Vietnam water sector ibis Hotel, C73 Hoang Van Thai Street, Tan Phu Ward, District 7, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Next door to Capri by Fraser Hotel) 4

5 Day 3: Vietwater 2017 Exhibition The opening day of Vietwater commences. Over 10,000 delegates will make their way through the exhibition today including VIPs from across the Vietnam water sector. Delegates are encouraged to attend the opening ceremony and maintain a presence at the Australian Pavilion for pre-arranged introductions. In the evening delegates are encouraged to attend the International workshop and the networking drinks with the Vietnamese water sector and other international guests. Wednesday, 8 November Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre 7.45am Arrive at the Australian Pavilion - Setup SECC am Opening Ceremony of Vietwater 2017 Saigon Exhibition Centre pm Meet VIPs from Vietnam Government and International water sector Australian Pavilion pm Business introduction TBC pm Delegates Introduce Technology to 4 Provinces Included in AWA/DFAT Program pm Networking night Saigon Exhibition Centre 5

6 Day 4: Vietwater 2017 Exhibition On day 4 delegates will have the opportunity to attend and speak at workshops and technical seminars organised by the and the Vietnam Water Supply and Sewerage Association. Thursday, 09 November Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre pm 9.30am-4.30pm am Trade Exhibition (all day) Technical Seminar: Hear Technical Presentation form Delegates International Workshop Towards Sustainable Water Development Francois Speaking at am Australian exhibitors pitch at the technical seminar (TBC) Meeting room 2, 3 rd floor, SECC pm One-on-one Business Introduction Australian Pavilion pm Australia - Vietnam Water Technology Innovation Workshop Introduce Australian technology Business matching with Vietnamese companies, water utilities and government agencies SECC Room 2, 3 rd floor pm Auscham Sundowners Pullman Hotel, 148 Tran Hung Dao Boulevard. District 1, Ho Chi Minh City 6

7 Day 5: Vietwater 2017 Exhibition, Twinning Workshop Friday, 10 November Saigon Exhibition and Convention Centre pm pm Trade Exhibition (all day) Business Introduction Arranged Twinning Workshop Update on twinning program Plans in the next few months until the program finishes. SECC Room 4, 3 rd floor, SECC pm Booth Clearance Australian Pavilion 5.00pm AWA Fly to Khanh Hoa Province 7

8 The Australian Water Association Team at Vietwater Francois Gouws Paul Smith President and Managing Director of Trility Chủ tịch Hiệp hội ngành nước Úc kiêm Tổng giám đốc Công ty Trility International Manager Trưởng ban hợp tác quốc tế Hiệp hội ngành nước Úc Peter Moore PSM Immediate Past President and Director of PD Moore Consulting Chủ tịch tiền nhiệm của Hiệp hội ngành nước Úc kiêm Giám đốc Công ty PD Moore Consulting Robbie Goedecke International Projects Officer Cán bộ dự án quốc tế Hiệp hội ngành nước Úc Fabiana Tessele Director of Australian Water Association and Director of Tessele Consultants Giám đốc Công ty Tessele Consultants An Nguyen International Coordinator Điều phối viên hợp tác quốc tế Hiệp hội ngành nước Úc An Nguyen International Coordinator Ph: E: 8

9 Australian Government Ms Karen Lanyon The Australian Consul General in Ho Chi Minh City Tổng lãnh sự quán Úc tại thành phố Hồ Chí Minh dfat.gov.au/geo/vietnam/pages/vietnam.aspx Ms Yvonne Chan Senior Trade Commissioner Cao Ủy thương mại Phòng thương mại Úc Nicholas Schofield Chief Executive Officer Giáo sư Nicholas Schofield Tổng giám đốc điều hành waterpartnership.org.au Elise Coughlin Senior Trade Manager Quản lý thương mại cao cấp Phòng thương mại Victoria Chính phủ bang Victoria Các công ty cấp nước của Úc tham gia Vietwater Graham O Byrne Louise Dudley General Manager Tổng Giám đốc Cairns Regional Council Water & Waste ghép đôi với Công ty cấp nước Sơn La Chief Executive Officer Giám đốc điều hành Queensland Urban Utilities Andrew Watkinson Andrew Jeffers Manager Policy, Strategy, Research and Innovation Giám đốc Chính sách, Chiến lược, Nghiên cứu và Cải tiến Seqwater ghép đôi với Tổng công ty cấp nước Sài Gòn Managing Director Giám đốc điều hành Wannon Water Ghép đôi với Công ty cấp nước và môi trường Bình Dương Mr Peter Leersen Chief Financial Officer Giám đốc tài chính Coliban Water Ghép đôi với Công ty Cấp nước Phú Thọ Cristiano Carvalho Specialist - Asset Investment Planning Regional Chuyên viên Kế hoach đầu tư tài sản Water Corporation of Western Australia Ghép đôi với Công ty cấp nước Thừa Thiên Huế 9