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Dave Sharma on digital diplomacy

Australia’s former ambassador to Israel and Liberal candidate for the Sydney seat of Wentworth, Dave Sharma says Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) is struggling to master...

The big push for 5G networks

Posted on   |  by James Riley
Chinese telecoms equipment maker Huawei Technologies has stepped up its efforts to participate in the upcoming roll-out of 5G networks in Australia by adding Malcolm Turnbull’s former cabinet secretary...

DFAT looks for global inspiration

Posted on   |  by James Riley
One of the most effective ways for Australia to engage with the Indo-Pacific region on international aid is through external collaboration, according to Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade...

SF is the world’s softest landing pad

Posted on   |  by Michael Sainsbury
The Turnbull Government’s grandly named $11 million offshore initiative for Australian startups – the Global Innovation Program – will be firing on all five cylinders by October as the...

Trade in services deal still distant

Posted on   |  by James Riley
Companies looking to sell innovative services on the world stage will remain heavily reliant on bilateral trade deals for the foreseeable future with international agreements on trade in services...

TPP: a lot of fuss about not much?

Posted on   |  by James Riley
After years of negotiation and numerous leaks, the official final text of the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement has been released. About the only place where the hype meets reality is in...

J-Bish cements Valley Girl creds

Posted on   |  by James Riley
Australia’s Foreign Minister Julie Bishop has used her visit to San Francisco for the annual bilateral foreign and defence talks known as AUSMIN to underscore the clear message from...