BRISBANE, Queensland, Nov. 2 -- The Queensland Department of the Premier and Cabinet issued text of the following statement:
Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training
The Honourable Ros Bates
* A major trade mission to Thailand and China begins this week to strengthen export and growth opportunities for Queensland businesses.
* Queensland's largest ever delegation to China will see over 115 representatives focus on driving food and consumer goods exports and promoting the State's small and family businesses.
* Queensland is open for business under the Crisafulli Government, as it continues todeliver better services through a stronger economy by rebuilding international relationships tarnished by the former Labor Government....