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(a) Apart from Australian cattle producers, list six (6) other stakeholders who would have a vested interest in the conduct of the live cattle trade. (6 marks) (b) By reflecting on the events outlined in the case, discuss which of the three types of political risk (ownership-control, operational or transfer) would impact the live export industry. (10 marks) (c) How could the cattle industry have been more proactive in the management of the political risks that they confronted? (4 marks) Textbook: Global business today, ASIA-PACIFIC EDITION (3rd edition) Hill, Cronk , Wickramasekera 1. Word count: Aim for 500-600 words (page 4 of student booklet). There is no need for an Introduction or conclusion, just answer the questions. 2 Question (a) No need for explanations – just list 6 stakeholders 3. Question (b) Define (or explain briefly) the type of risk and provide examples from the case for the three types. Hint – you should be able to find evidence for two types, but little or none for the third. 4. Question (c) Page 308 has suggestions for managing risk. The cattle industry has several industry organisations – eg Cattle Council, Meat and Livestock Australia, Australian Farmers Federation – so, as well individual live cattle exporters, some of these may play a role in managing risk