The PRESIDENT —Order! I draw the attention of honourable senators to the presence in the chamber of a parliamentary delegation from the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, led by the Chairman of the National Assembly, His Excellency Mr Nong Duk Manh. On behalf of honourable senators, I have pleasure in welcoming you to the Senate and trust that your visit will be both informative and enjoyable. With the concurrence of honourable senators, I propose to invite the Chairman to take a place on the floor of the Senate.

Honourable senators —Hear, hear!

Mr Nong Duk Manh was thereupon seated accordingly.