(1) A GTE considering
an arrangement that involves the formation or acquisition of a subsidiary must
inform the Portfolio Minister and the Treasurer of the contemplated
arrangement —
(a) as
soon as practicable; and
(b) in
any event before —
(i)
engaging advisers, consultants or agents in connection
with the contemplated arrangement; or
(ii)
issuing any invitation for expressions of interest,
request for proposals, invitation to tender or the like, either publicly or to
selected parties; or
(iii)
entering into any commitment arising out of or in
connection with the contemplated arrangement.
(2) A GTE that has
informed the Portfolio Minister and the Treasurer of a contemplated
arrangement under subsection (1) must consult the Portfolio Minister and the
Treasurer during the further development and realisation of the arrangement as
the Portfolio Minister and the Treasurer require.