The Australian Mining Association ("AMA") is a not-for-profit association and is a relatively new initiative, formed to promote greater co-operation between the mining industries of Australia and other countries, including China. We have signed Memorandums of Understanding with a number of like-minded organisations, who make up our Members. We will not attempt to duplicate the activities of other mining industry bodies in Australia and plan to co-operate with such bodies where appropriate in particular areas.
The actual activities of our Association will evolve over time, but will initially focus on making overseas organisations aware of opportunities to invest in Australian mining projects. We have participated in conferences overseas and we hosted and ran the high level APRC 2014 Conference in Brisbane, in November 2014 .
Based on my various roles in the Australian mining industry over more than 40 years, and on my visits to regional countries over that period, I see an important and practical role for the Australian Mining Association.
Projects and commodities offered to overseas buyers and investors will be progressed through AMA, who will prepare proposals in a format acceptable to overseas organisations.
Our website (www.australianminingassociation.org.au) sets out information for interested companies, organizations and persons involved in the Australian mining industry. On behalf of the Board I invite mining companies and related organizations to join the Australian Mining Association and participate actively in its activities.
George E. Edwards
Executive Chairman