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"A Family Tradition for 127 Years" PORT PERRY STAR - Tuesday, January 18,1994 - 3 MP Alex Shepherd says there's opportunities for Durham in China By Scott Anderson Port Perry Star Alocal MP says Durham busi- nesses should look to the Far Fast as a potential trading part- ner. "I see an opportunity for Can- ada and certainly Durham can play a role in it," Durham MP Alex Shepherd told the Port Perry Star last week. Mr. Shepherd, along with a number of Ontario Caucus members, met with representa- tives from China's Consulate GeneralonJanuary 11. "Durham businesses are overlooking millions of dollars in trade opportunities with Pa- cific Rim countries," he said. According to Mr. Shepherd, the Chinese delegation "ex- pressed interest in Durham's agricultural, manufacturing and trainingexpertise." Of particular interest was Durham's pork, dairy cattle and manufactured goods such as truck trailers, assistance with hospital construction and train- Ing assistance in the areas ofac- counting and management. Mr. Shepherd believes Dur- ham can play a major role in in- creasing exports to China in the agricultural sector. He noted Durham could ex- port its dairy cattle and hogs. And Scugog could play a part in this as a number of producers are involved with these prod- uctsinthearea. Currently producers are shipping a'large portion of their product to Europe, Mexico and South America, but he sees because there are no unimportant parts™ 179 Casimir St., Port Perry great potential in the Far East aswell. "It's an excellent opportunity to take advantage of," he said. Although he couldn't attach a dollar figure to the market, he noted the potential for success was great. "The whole economy is dou- bling every four years. The area is booming," he said. "I certainly ALEX SHEPHERD DURHAM RIDING MP think there's all kinds of oppor- tunities." "Over 50 per cent of the world's economic growth is ex- BOB'S CUSTOM PAINTING & DRYWALL SERVICE Is your bathroom or kitchen in need of a facelift? Let Bob revitalize your bathroom from new ceramic tile to a completely new custom bathroom. Quality Work -- Reasonable Prices FREE ESTIMATES 985-0919 pected to come trom Asia. | be- lieve this presents an opportu- nity for new markets that should not be overlooked," Mr. Shepherd said. At the present time there is $4.5 billion in bi-lateral trade between Canada and China, most of which is wheat sales. But Fan Yanjun, a consul with the Consulate General of the People's Republic of China, indicated China would like to increase this amount by import- ing technological and agricultu- ral goods from Durham Region. "Mr. Yanjun expressed inter- est in Durham's agricultural, manufacturing and training ex- pertise," Mr. Shepherd said. A trade junket to China is scheduled for May and Mr. Shepherd is seeking to have some area farmers included in this delegation. Although uncertain whether he will be going to the conven- tion, he will work to ensure some area representation is present. "I will co-ordinate our efforts to ensure Durham is well repre- sented and takes full advantage of these trading opportunities In Asia." e Interior & Exterior e Rac Rooms & Renovations in SUNDERLAND b WELCOME HOME!! " y Affordable prices from $134,900 on huge 60' lots. We are registered and we have models. For details, any time, call (905) 477-1706 or (705) 357-1531 MAPLE LANE (HO - mM ES Township of Scugog NOTICE CHRISTMAS TREE DISPOSAL Christmas trees can be dropped off from January 10, 1994 to January 21, 1994 at the following locations throughout the Township: © Putsey Park, Caesarea © Nestleton Community Centre © Blackstock Arena Parking Lot © Greenbank Park © Seagrave Park © Scugog Island Works Depot © Township Works Depot, Regional Road 8 Port Perry & Prince Albert Residents are asked to leave their trees out for pick-up at this time. PLEASE REMOVE ALL DECORATIONS & TINSEL Earl S. Cuddie Administrator-Clerk Township of Scugog