Visionary position

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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.

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Rules of engagement

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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.

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Thin pickings

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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.

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