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W.VAW.2201 - Trade Development Manager

Did you know MLA has a locally engaged LEP team member in Vietnam?

Project start date: 19 August 2021
Project end date: 29 December 2022
Publication date: 14 March 2024
Project status: Completed
Livestock species: Grain-fed Cattle, Grass-fed Cattle, Sheep, Goat, Lamb

Summary

Since 2015 a trade development manager has been engaged in Vietnam.

The LEP has identified animal welfare and business development as key programs of work in Vietnam including a three-year plan in place with the Department of Animal Health (DAH) to align welfare standards with Australian standards.

The LEP trade development manager manages these programs.

Objectives

Manage local programs of work in Vietnam.

Key findings

Necessary to have locally engaged staff to work in Vietnam market.

Benefits to industry

More in depth insights, improved government and industry relations, access to trade.

MLA action

Continue with a local staff member.

Future research

Recommend to continue engaging a local staff member.

More information

Project manager: Spencer Whitaker
Contact email: reports@mla.com.au