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bring in more members. Although
the resources sector is globally flat
at the present time we find that
we are still attracting members.”
One of most crucial roles played
by the Chamber is to provide its
members with a common voice that
can represent their interests before
governmental authorities. SACOME
furnishes inputs to policy making
bodies so that legislation and the
rules governing the mines and
energy sector are framed in such a
way that maximum benefit accrues
to the community and the country.
SACOME also coordinates closely
with media to ensure that the
message gets across regarding the
critical role played by the sector in the
state’s and the country’s economy.
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