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ASR 20th Anniversary Celebrations

November 20, 2019 By Jane Drake-Brockman

ASR 20th Anniversary Celebrations

Dear Friends, Alumni and Colleagues of the Australian Services roundtable. This year we mark 20 years of advocacy for the Australian services sector and would like you to join us for a drink to celebrate. ASR member IBM has kindly offered to host alumni, members and friends for a cocktail reception in Sydney on December […]

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New Publication – Potential Benefits of an Australia-EU Free Trade Agreement: Key Issues and Options

November 28, 2018 By Jane Drake-Brockman

New Publication – Potential Benefits of an Australia-EU Free Trade Agreement: Key Issues and Options

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. […]

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ASR Connect July

August 5, 2018 By Jane Drake-Brockman

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 […]

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June 2018 Update

July 3, 2018 By Jane Drake-Brockman

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 […]

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May 2018, Members Message from the Chairman

May 18, 2018 By Jane Drake-Brockman

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 […]

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In (Joint) Pursuit of Services Trade & Investment Outcomes

December 7, 2016 By Navid Hasan

In (joint) pursuit of services trade & investment outcomes

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Australian Services Trade Issues for an Australian EU FTA Sydney- 02-12-2016

December 6, 2016 By Navid Hasan

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Innovation and Intellectual Property – The Engine Room for Services Firms

February 8, 2016 By Eric Ziehlke

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 […]

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Cross Border Data – APEC Cross Border Privacy Rules

February 4, 2016 By Jane Drake-Brockman

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 […]

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Trade Mission to Indonesia

February 4, 2016 By Jane Drake-Brockman

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.  […]

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