Seminar: Trade and its impact on health and development in the Pacific

PACER-Plus is a new trade agreement being negotiated between Australia and 13 Pacific island countries, which has the potential to put ‘wealth before health’.

Come to this seminar to learn more about PACER-Plus and what you can do to make sure Australian trade policy does not undermine sustainable development and the right to health in the Pacific.

 Date: Wednesday, 21 July 2010

One Day Forum: 9am-5pm (For researchers and advocates). Morning Tea, Lunch and Afternoon Tea Provided.

Canapes and Refreshments served at 5.15 pm.

Evening Session: 6 pm -7 pm (For anyone interested in learning more about the issue).

Venue: LT024, New Law Building, Eastern Avenue, University of Sydney (Map reference K5)

RSVP: Email mchp@sydney.edu.au by Wednesday 14 July 2010 indicating which session(s) you will be attending.

Cost: This event is free of charge.

Guest speakers include Ms. Roshni Sami, Mr. Wesley Morgan, Prof. John Connell, Dr. Tim Anderson, Dr. Jagjit Plahe, Dr. Benn McGrady and Ms. Kuini Lutua.

To read more about these speakers, please download the invitation below.

Download Trade Forum Invitation

For more information, please click here.

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