It is with distinct pleasure that I invite you to the AESIEAP CEO Conference 2007, which will be held at the Macau Tower Convention & Entertainment Centre from 10-12 October this year.

The Asia Pacific region's economy is growing at an astronomical speed. This growth is heavily dependent on a solid and reliable power system. As such, the need for sufficient power resources to support rapid economic progress and meet future energy demands is greater than ever. The years ahead promise varying challenges to the power industry. How we respond to these challenges now will determine the achievement of our aspirations for the future.

The AESIEAP CEOs Conference 2007 will be an important platform for the discussion on the challenges, issues, and future of our industry. Macau is an ideal venue for this very important gathering. This small city of more than 500,000 people has recently overtaken Las Vegas as the gaming capital of the world. Aggressive developments in the gaming, tourism and construction industries alone will see power supply demand in Macau increase a hundred percent over the next few years. In addition, Macau's close proximity to mainland China makes it a strategic gateway to the world's fastest growing economy.

We look forward to welcoming you all in Macau!