Since June 2018 Australia and the European Union have been negotiating a Free Trade Agreement. Potential Benefits of an Australia-EU Free Trade Agreement: Key Issues and Options, edited by ASR President Jane Drake-Brockman, offers insights from recognised experts in the field, from Australia, Europe and Asia, on the potential economic benefits to be reaped from greater economic openness. […]
ASR Connect
ASR Connect July
July was a busy month for ASR, which makes for a comprehensive ASR Connect. OECD Report Our current major project, preparations for the release of the OECD’s study on the competitiveness of Australian services, is progressing well. We continue to work closely with Trade, Tourism and Investment Minister Steven Ciobo’s office and the Department of […]
June 2018 Update
June was a productive month for ASR and there is more to come in July. Here is a short update of the last month’s highlights. New Publication on Services and Global Value Chains Amid escalating trade tensions, threats of “trade war” and new tariffs from the administration of US President Donald Trump, the globalised nature of […]
May 2018, Members Message from the Chairman
Three months have passed since our former CEO departed the organisation. This message is to update all members on recent ASR activities and establish a direct email channel to avoid any further hiatus in communications, pending appointment of a new CEO in the new Financial Year. The Board has been very active on behalf of […]
In (Joint) Pursuit of Services Trade & Investment Outcomes
In (joint) pursuit of services trade & investment outcomes
Australian Services Trade Issues for an Australian EU FTA Sydney- 02-12-2016
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Innovation and Intellectual Property – The Engine Room for Services Firms
IN BRIEF Innovation is the soil from which all successful services businesses grow, at all stages of their life cycle, from start-up to established firm. Innovation is embodied in your intellectual property from your business logo to your knowledge and expertise. Identifying, protecting and exploiting your intellectual property and the innovation it reflects, can bring […]
Cross Border Data – APEC Cross Border Privacy Rules
ASR is leading discussions with the services industry about the operation of the APEC Cross Border Privacy Rules System and the opportunities for Australian services firms. A backgrounder is provided here (excerpt from a paper prepared by Tony Serone, Senior Counsel and AP Privacy Officer, IBM). To discuss or provide input please contact us. The […]
Trade Mission to Indonesia
The ASR has received funding from Austrade as part of the Asian Business Engagement Plan grant program to develop and lead trade missions to South Korea and Indonesia. The ASR has received funding from Austrade as part of the Asian Business Engagement Plan grant program to develop and lead trade missions to South Korea and Indonesia. […]
Kaaren Kooman, ASR Director, awarded Member of the General Division of the Order of Australia (AM)
On Australia Day 2016, we were delighted that Kaaren Kooman, ASR Board Member was awarded an AM for significant service to the information technology and communications sector, to business through executive roles, and to education. Read more