Mining is an industry that flourishes in all different parts of the world. Some countries 
are more ahead in the industry than others, and Australia is one that has recognized this. AusAID is funding two study tours for government officials from 18 different countries all across Africa to visit Australia and learn more about its mining experience. AusAID works with various developing countries to help them and deliver aid in whichever way it is most needed. AusAID recognizes that teaching these African officials about the mining industry can help them acquire the resources they need to get their mining industry going back home.
This type of aid not only helps the country it is assisting, but it also helps strengthen the mining industry itself. Philippi-Hagenbuch is simply one of many companies that rely on the mining business to help grow and further develop itself. AusAID’s mining studies are on country’s attempt to help build up this industry.
Read this article to learn a little more about the tours:
http://ausaid.gov.au/hottopics/topic.cfm?ID=5577_4449_1156_463_3278&From=HT
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