Economy
The Australian Government's ambitious trade policy is geared towards increasing economic activity, creating jobs and getting a fair deal for Australia in the international marketplace. This all adds up to more jobs, more choice for consumers, and a higher standard of living for all Australians.
Benefits of Trade and Trade Liberalisation
The Japanese Government's recently released Basic Policy on Comprehensive Economic Partnerships underpins Japan's wider reform agenda and sets out a long-term plan to build a strong future for Japan. With Japan currently in the middle of a debate about the extent to which Japan should liberalise its trading system, and whether to join the Transpacific Partnership negotiations, a report by the Centre for International Economics outlines the substantial benefits Australia has enjoyed by embracing a more liberal trading economy.
The 2010-11 Commonwealth Budget
11 May 2010
The 2010-11 Commonwealth Budget was announced on 11 May 2010.
Australian Government Economic Stimulus Plan
March 2009
The new Australian Government website: www.economicstimulusplan.gov.au serves as the central repository for information about the Australian Government's Economic Stimulus Plan.
Trade in Services
A comprehensive statistical publication from DFAT on services trade between Australia and our major partners.
Australia's Trade Relationship with Japan
Major Australian exports and imports information as well as recent economic indicators. (PDF)
Economy Reports
Trading with Australia
The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Australian Trade Commission - Austrade