GOVERNMENT
OF ROMANIA MINISTRY OF INDUSTRY AND RESOURCES |
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Bucharest 15 June, 2001 | ||
On
behalf of the Ministry of Industry and Resources of Romania, I am very
pleased to welcome you to the first Romanian Oil & Gas and Energy International
Conference - RIOGE 2001 organised in Bucharest under our auspices by ITE
Group Plc.
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Romania
boasts of a centennial tradition in oil & gas exploration and energy production,
being not only homeland of the first city in Europe to experience public
electric lighting, but also a long-standing, competitive exporter of oil-based
products and electricity. Our 20th century energy production and distribution
infrastructures require timely rehabilitation and upgrading in order to
cope successfully with the challenges of Romania's accession to NATO and
to the EU while preserving the traditional competitive advantage of Romanian
products.
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According
to the National Strategy for the Development of the Energy Sector defined
by the Government of Romania, the Ministry of Industry and Resources is
committed to the implementation of a series of projects that welcome the
combined input of worldwide financial institutions, equipment manufacturers
and service providers. The first edition of the upcoming RIOGE 2001 Conference
will provide an excellent platform for the international business community
to learn about these projects and identify new and exciting business opportunities.
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The
agenda of RIOGE 2001 is not limited to the current status and prospects
of the energy industry in Romania, but also covers the very important
chapters of project finance and risk protection, answering questions regarding
the role played by Government, international organisations and private
establishments.
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I
look forward to welcoming you in Bucharest at this very promising high-profile
event, and trust that it will be a most rewarding and stimulating occasion.
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With Best Wishes, | ||
Iulian
IANCU Secretary of State |
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PARLIAMENT
OF ROMANIA CHAMBER OF DEPUTIES INDUSTRY AND SERVICES COMMITTEE |
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Bucharest, 15 June, 2001 | ||
On
behalf of the Industry and Services Committee of the Romanian Parliament,
I would like to invite the presence of international delegates and supporters
to the first Romanian Oil & Gas and Energy International Conference
- RIOGE 2001.
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To
all Central and Eastern European Countries undergoing transition to a
free-market economy, the status of legislation governing the energy sector
has been a crucial factor in determining their readiness to join the European
Union. Romania makes no exception, considering the importance of energy
in its overall economy.
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RIOGE
2001 is a most welcome opportunity to present our main legislative initiatives
aimed at transforming the Romanian business environment by stimulating
competition, eliminating trade barriers, and encouraging foreign investment.
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I
look forward to welcoming you at the Conference.
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Istvan
ANTAL President |
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