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12 MONTH PLAN AUGUST 2015-AUGUST 2016

12 MONTH PLANTHE CHAMBER: PHASE 2AUGUST 2015-AUGUST 2016

Yangon O�ce: Level 6, Hledan Centre (Hledan Road and Pyay Road, Arcc O�ce Space), Yangon, MyanmarSydney O�ce: Suit 402, Level 4,37 Bligh Street, Sydney NSW AustraliaEmail: [email protected]

www.a-mcc.com

INTRODUCTION

The Chamber is a not-for-pro�t organisation which aims to promote responsible bilateral trade and investment between Australia and Myanmar and promote closer economic ties between the two countries.

The outcomes that the Chamber aims to achieve are threefold: 1. Support Australian businesses seeking to enter or explore opportunities in Myanmar; 2. Promote responsible investment in Myanmar by sharing Australian best practice; and 3. Assist in capacity building in the private and public sectors in Myanmar.

The 12 Month Plan focuses on the Chamber’s transition to the second phase of its development which includes: • Appointment of a Chief Executive O�cer; • Expansion of the Board of Directors; and • Increased volume of strategic events and brie�ngs in both Australia and Myanmar.

Speci�cally, the 12 Month Plan includes a commitment to deliver the following: • A delegation from Australia; • A delegation from Myanmar; • Capacity building Seminars; • Opportunities to promote Australia’s Responsible Investment practices; • Opportunities to engage in and in�uence public policy in Myanmar; • A Skills Swap Program to promote knowledge sharing between the countries; and • Increased engagement with the Myanmar business community.

The Chamber is committed to working closely with members to ensure the plan re�ects member’s priorities and aspirations. Together this document will act to guide us to deliver outcomes for the bene�t of both Australia and Myanmar.

CONTENTS

1. GOVERNANCE 5

3. EVENTS & NETWORKING 5

2. MEMBERSHIP 6

4. CAPACITY BUILDING 6

5. DELEGATIONS 6

6. STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS 6

7. PUBLIC POLICY 7

8. SPONSORSHIP 7

9. COMMUNICATION 7

10. FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY 7

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GOVERNANCE • Select and appoint a Chief Executive O�cer Complete

• Expand Board of Directors Ongoing

• Continue to utilise Ernst and Young to review and audit �nancial accounts Ongoing

EVENTS & NETWORKING • One Member event every 2 months in Australia. [Provide opportunities to Every 2 Months Members to host events, set the agenda and invite attendees].

• One networking opportunity in Yangon every month. Every Month

• Formats include: Panel discussions, Brie�ngs, Seminars and collaborative events with other Chambers and organisations.

• Members can submit requests for speci�c topics, themes or issues to be addressed in these forums.

• One Member event in Singapore in partnership with a Regional Australian Chamber. Last Quarter, 2015

• One Member event in Bangkok in partnership with a Regional Australian Chamber. 1st Quarter, 2016

• Host an event with the President in collaboration with other Chambers in Myanmar. 2nd Quarter, 2016

• Biennial Roundtable exclusive to Members, to brief them on progress of Biennial 12 month plan and seek feedback.

• Host Training Seminars, including on Good Governance, Responsible Ongoing Investment strategies and Best Practice Labor Law Compliance. [Members can recommend themes, present at Seminars and/or sponsor the event].

• A dedicated Chamber o�ce has been opened in Yangon at the Hledan Centre. Ongoing This space can be used by Members to host events and meetings.

STRATEGY ACTION TIMING MEMBERS FEEDBACK*

* We invite members to provide their feedback through the electronic version of this document. Please indicate whether you are interested in engaging and how, and whether you have any suggested topics you would like the Chamber to focus on. Please email your feedback to [email protected]



MEMBERSHIP Develop Myanmar Membership Engagement Strategy: 1st Quarter, 2016

• Including opportunities for Australian members to engage.

• Review and renew membership fee structure to o�er more opportunities Complete for Members and prospective members.

CAPACITY BUILDING • Continue to deliver the Austrade funded Skills Swap Program, including Ongoing the placement of 3 interns and hosting of Seminars post placement.

• Create an Alumni network for interns.

DELEGATIONS One outbound delegation; Australia to Myanmar 1st Quarter, 2016

• EOIs to be sent out to Members;

• Members can provide input on theme of delegation.

One inbound delegation; Myanmar to Australia 2nd Quarter, 2016

• EOIs to be sent out to Members;

• Members can provide input on theme of delegation.

STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS

» UMFCCI • Strengthening our relationship through our existing MOU to partner in delivering Ongoing planned initiatives including; Training, Business Matching, Networking and Responsible Investment.

» Regional Chambers • Explore opportunities for collaboration with other Chambers in the region and Ongoing (Myanmar & SE Asia) Myanmar Chambers in other states/divisions.

» Relevant Industry • Partner with relevant sectoral membership associations in Myanmar. Ongoing Associations



PUBLIC POLICY

» Mining Legislation Review • Provision of continued support to the Myanmar Government through the Ongoing Chamber led Working Group.

» Responsible Investment • Establish a Cross Sector Working Group on Responsible Investment best practice. Last Quarter, 2015

SPONSORSHIP • Continue to seek sponsorship opportunities for Members; Ongoing

• Continue to provide advertising opportunities;

• Continue to secure corporate rates for members to non-Chamber events and seminars.

COMMUNICATION • Provision of weekly e-newsletter with additional Member information including: Ongoing

a) Listing job opportunities;

b) Listing job seekers; and

c) Including relevant tender information.

• Engage with members to seek feedback Biennially

FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY • Grow membership; Ongoing

• Develop an advertising policy for non-Members;

• Increase sponsorship opportunities for key events.

Yangon O�ce: Level 6, Hledan Centre (Hledan Road and Pyay Road, Arcc O�ce Space), Yangon, MyanmarSydney O�ce: Suit 402, Level 4,37 Bligh Street, Sydney NSW AustraliaEmail: [email protected]

www.a-mcc.com

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