Visionary position

Article Abstract:

Australia needs to boost its information and communications technology industry to compete on a global scale. The World Economic Forum says a direct government role is essential in fostering innovation in high-technology industries. The debate on how best to do that will be ongoing.

Australia, Government expenditures, COMMUNICATION, Communications, Broadcasting and Telecommunications, Information Systems & Theory, Economic aspects, Telecommunications services industry, Telecommunications industry, Information technology, Political aspects, Communications industry

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Rules of engagement

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the effect of the Howe leather case on the Australian government's financial support for exporters are discussed. The need to ensure Australian domestic policies conform to World Trade Organisation rules is examined.

Laws, regulations and rules, International trade, World Trade Organization, Foreign trade promotion, Export subsidies, Howe Leather

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Thin pickings

Article Abstract:

Issues are presented concerning the influence of tax-law and merger constraints on the willingness of Australian and international business enterprises to base their Asian operations in Australia.

Finance, International business enterprises, Multinational corporations, Business enterprises

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