Tag Archives: Investment

Memo to Indonesia: Clear the red tape, The Age

Despite decades of reform, Indonesia’s potential as a strong growth economy fuelled by investment won’t be realised until all levels of government learn to get out of the way. Like a lot of countries throughout south-east Asia, Indonesia came through … Continue reading

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Indonesia needs reform to remain an attractive investment destination, Jakarta Globe

The feisty debate between the House of Representatives and the finance minister over purchasing a stake in miner Newmont Nusa Tenggara points to broader issues facing Indonesian investment laws. Considering Indonesia’s continued economic resilience during and following the global financial … Continue reading

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Free trade brings heaps of benefits, The Australian

It’s five years since our free trade agreement with the US entered into force and the results are in: Australia has won. In the lead-up to January 1, 2005, public debate correctly highlighted the fact that the agreement wasn’t perfect. … Continue reading

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Palm oil boycott will hurt impoverished farmers, ABC News

Over the past few weeks New Zealand-based green groups and activists have called for a boycott on Cadbury products because of the use of Malaysian palm oil in its chocolate. The boycott was prompted after Cadbury clarified using palm oil … Continue reading

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