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Former federal opposition leader Peter Dutton has been appointed by the Crisafulli government to the board of Queensland Investment Corporation.
Former state Labor MP Michael Choi has also been appointed to the board. Both will serve as directors.
“The appointments are designed to put a greater focus on developing investment areas of critical minerals and defence industries,” the government said on Friday.
“Queensland is home to 51 of the world’s most sought-after critical minerals and is making a major bid for Australia’s critical mineral agreement with the United States.”
The government noted Dutton’s experience in government and the defence industry. He served as defence minister during his time in parliament, among other portfolios, before losing his seat of Dickson in the 2025 federal election.
Choi was the parliamentary secretary for natural resources, water and energy and trade during his time as Member for Capalaba.
Treasurer David Janetzki said Dutton and Choi would strengthen the board’s ability to drive investment in the state.
“Queensland is open for business, and we are equipping our state-owned investment manager to secure opportunities within Australia and abroad,” he said.
Queensland Investment Corporation is Queensland’s state-owned investment manager with more than $135 billion in assets under management.
The government also appointed its first special commissioner for regional and rural Queensland on Friday.
Former Hinchinbrook deputy mayor and Queensland minister for natural resources and mines Andrew Cripps will take on the Townsville-based role.
“The new role will focus on government policies, programs and services better reflecting the needs, priorities and aspirations of regional and rural Queenslanders,” the government said.
Cripps formerly also served as recovery co-ordinator for North Queensland, following the 2024 floods.
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