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… the better use and management of the Mekong Region's water resources. This goal is supported by three inter-related strategic objectives: strengthening institutions improving availability of reliable knowledge making more informed decisions . Priority issues To achieve the program's goal and strategic objectives, activities supported by Australia are addressing one or more of these six priority issues: capacity … experienced some delays in 2009, but is also now back on track. The AusAID Mekong Water Unit is also considering a partnership with the ADB to contribute to the Cambodian Water Resources Management Sector Development Program. The water …
… high-level advocacy by Australian political and business leaders. Benefits of trade for Australians 2017 DFAT, in partnership with Austrade, leads the implementation of the Economic and Commercial Diplomacy Agenda. The Agenda is focused … networks enable us to advise Australian governments and businesses on key political, economic, commercial, regulatory and strategic developments, including through our Market Insights . Working together DFAT works closely with portfolio partners … the competitiveness of our service exports; promote the benefits of trade and investment; and a business dialogue on strategic foreign policy and security. Image courtesy of Austrade Last Updated: 27 November 2018 … The Economic and …
… Summary of publication The Australia-Indonesia Partnership for Rural Economic Development (AIP Rural 2013-2018) was the first phase of a ten year program to strengthen … the end of program outcomes and identifying lessons learned, 2) Proof of Concept for TIRTA, SAFIRA and ARISA (note: Strategic Review Panel (SRP) assessed that PRISMA has already proven its concept during the Mid Term Review held in 2016 and … the end of program outcomes and identifying lessons learned, 2) Proof of Concept for TIRTA, SAFIRA and ARISA (note: Strategic Review Panel (SRP) assessed that PRISMA has already proven its concept during the Mid Term Review held in 2016 and …
… and Viet Nam's Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh announced the elevation of the bilateral relationship to a Comprehensive StrategicPartnership (CSP). The CSP renewed the commitment to promote and protect human rights in accordance with international law …
… the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS) and 30% of the budget for the Pacific Community (SPC). Australia has signed Partnership Arrangements with the key regional bodies, which set out our shared visions for cooperation and integration. … authorities. Australia provides $5 million each year in core funding to support FFA to fulfil its mandate through its Strategic Plan. Australia also participates in regional FFA operations, builds national and regional surveillance and … Australia has signed Partnership Arrangements with some of the key regional bodies, which set out our shared visions for strategic cooperation and engagement. Australia-SPREP Partnership Arrangement Australia-SPC Partnership Arrangement …
… Committee between the European Union and Australia was held in Canberra on 13 November 2018. The meeting provided for a strategic review of the bilateral partnership and assisted in identifying concrete actions to bring forward the ongoing cooperation. The Joint Committee was … Committee between the European Union and Australia was held in Canberra on 13 November 2018. The meeting provided for a strategic review of the bilateral partnership and assisted in identifying concrete actions to bring forward the ongoing …
… Successful economic performance, in turn, will be a prerequisite for Australia to maintain and extend its political and strategic relevance in the North-East Asian Region and the wider Asia Pacific area. North-East Asia is crucial to … adjustment in Australia. Accelerating Change In North-East Asia Fundamental changes in international political and strategic settings in the past two years have had profound implications for the security of North-East Asia, which in turn … do not necessarily signify a move towards a tripolar (US/Europe/Japan) world. Nor are uncertainties in the political and strategic outlook likely to distract the Region from a continuing process of structural change and economic growth. Indeed, …
… assistance to Pakistan. Expanding on the Pakistan Aid Investment Plan 2015-16 to 2018-19, the program now has three strategic objectives – generating inclusive economic growth and employment, investing in Pakistan's people with a focus on … assistance to Pakistan. Expanding on the Pakistan Aid Investment Plan 2015-16 to 2018-19, the program now has three strategic objectives – generating inclusive economic growth and employment, investing in Pakistan's people with a focus on …
… that invests in building strong international business relationship in both nations, Elizabeth is excited about the strategic opportunities the Australia-UK FTA provides: “The benefits of free trade between mutually supportive, like-minded … local partnerships, reciprocal investment and value-added benefits in innovation and skills.” Case study produced in partnership with with the Australia-UK Chamber of Commerce and the Australian High Commission in the UK . Informed Solutions …
… were weak. As a state follows a military philosophy, it develops this dialectic and uses the inequalities of states as strategic factors on its road to supreme power. In a jungle world, the strategic significance of these inequalities is. inescapable. Geographical factors, differences in size, in economic … expense of weaker states. A realistic approach to a peace settlement, therefore, must take as its starting point these strategic factors for unless we know what they are we shall be unable to formulate the organisation necessary to transcend …