Mum and dad's the word

Article Abstract:

Telstra is attempting to make an alliance with a major foreign communications carrier, but the Australian government wants the company to remain in the hands of Australian shareholders. Approximately 31% of Australians own shares in Telstra, but opposition to privatizing the company could decrease when small owners prefer more efficient performance and dividends from their holdings.

Australia, Economic aspects, Mergers, acquisitions and divestments, Communications industry, Privatization, Privatization (Business), Strategic alliances (Business), Telstra Corporation Ltd.

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Seven's fifth column: media boss Kerry Stokes' opposition to Singtel's takeover of Optus endangers the very national interest he wants to protect

Article Abstract:

Kerry Stokes, head of Seven Network, has stated that he will launch a protest campaign if the A$14 billion bid for Optus by Singapore Telecommunications is approved. Stokes is a strong supporter of foreign investment, but feels that this deal would allow the Singapore government to gain access to sensitive information in Australia.

Management, Singapore Telecom, Beliefs, opinions and attitudes, Optus Communications Proprietary Ltd., Stokes, Kerry

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The Optus options

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the political aspects of the $18 billion Australian dollar sale of Cable & Wireless Optus to a consortium of UK-owned Vodafone and SingTel in 2001 are discussed.

Vodafone Ltd., Cable & Wireless Optus Ltd., SingTel Group Corp.

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