Victoria launches new ASEAN Trade and Investment Strategy
Today (5 March 2018), the Victorian Minister for Trade and Investment, the Hon Philip Dalidakis MP, launched consultations on a new blueprint to deepen and diversify the state’s vibrant trade and investment links with Southeast Asia.
Addressing local business leaders at an Asialink Business forum on ASEAN’s digital economy, held simultaneously in Melbourne and Warrnambool, the Minister announced the preparation of a Victoria’s first ever ASEAN Trade and Investment Strategy.
With momentum building in the leadup to the inaugural ASEAN-Australia Special Summit later this month, the Minister said Victoria’s new strategy world “strike at the heart” of the state’s diverse commercial activity and people-to-people to links, whilst building on Victoria’s strong footprint and existing connectivity.
“The Victorian Government is serious about building its presence in the ASEAN region, it is serious about enhancing connections, and it is serious about getting the most out of trade and investment.
“We are launching a fresh drive to sharpen our focus on ASEAN markets.
“Today I can announce that we will be preparing a Victorian Government ASEAN Trade and Investment Strategy to build on our existing relationship across the region.
“This strategy will directly address the key opportunities and challenges coming from the region and will focus on two-way connections,” Minister Dalidakis said.
The strategy is open for public consultation until 31 March 2018. Visit Trade Victoria for more information or to make a submission.
Read the discussion paper here.
View Minister Dalidakis’ keynote address on Facebook.
More information on doing business in ASEAN's diverse markets is available in the Asialink Business Country Starter Packs.