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2007 Asean Federation of Cement Manufacturers
"The capacity gap will thus increase and it could very well revive the appetite for major producing countries to increase their export volume, even at marginal cost. This, in turn, could further damage the local cement producers. So the challenge is real and need to be addressed," he said.
President of Asean Federation of Cement Manufacturer, Dr. Ernesto Ordonez, in his opening address said the council meeting will provide the much needed opportunity to "revitalize the foundation of our Asean cooperation and boost our industry's capability to face these troubled times".
He also said in the Asean arena, AFCM has to promote and sustain Asean cooperation and effectively address the prevailing low cement demand without energies and vision focused on long-term goals.
"The role of AFCM is enhanced as we now boost our commitment to sustainable development. In doing so, we will undoubtedly be able to meet not only the requirements of people living today but also strengthen the ability of future generations to meet their own needs,"Dr Ordonez continued to note in his address.
The two-day meeting is attended by representatives of cement manufacturers of Asean countries.
During the gathering, the members will discuss topic areas such as market information; assessing the risk cement manufactures face when China goes into under capacity utilization situation; whether cement should be given preferential tariff treatment; measures to address the high cost of coal; strategies for promoting and increasing cement usage through seminars, studies, activities and such; AFCM's commitment to CO2 reduction and sustainable development; and AFCM commitment or initiatives for reduction of accidents and accidents with contractors.
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