‘Clunky Interaction’ Within Government Hampering Australia’s Ability to Navigate New Trade Reality

‘Clunky Interaction’ Within Government Hampering Australia’s Ability to Navigate New Trade Reality
Chardonnay grapes lie rotting on the ground at a grower's vineyard on the Mornington Peninsula May 6, 2005 in Melbourne, Australia. Mark Dadswell/Getty Images
Daniel Y. Teng
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Australia is ill-equipped to navigate rising geopolitical threats because “clunky interaction” between government departments, and a lack of policy clarity are hamstringing the country’s ability to screen trading relationships, so they are not against the national interest.

Michael Shoebridge of the Australian Strategic Policy Institute said there was little interaction between departments responsible for trade and security, and the government needed to provide clarity on which jurisdictions or partners were trusted.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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