In a speech in Sydney on Fri 14.9.2012, the Treasurer announced that the Government would shortly be releasing an Asian Century White Paper that will “lay down a roadmap for Australia to become a more dynamic, resilient and prosperous nation, fully connected with the region and open to the world”. Mr Swan said the Paper would “outline a set of ambitious national objectives for Australia to achieve by 2025”. The White Paper will canvass key policy directions covering 5 key policy pillars – education and skills, innovation, infrastructure, tax reform and regulatory reform.

Source: Treasurer’s speech to the Australia in China’s Century Conference, Sydney, 14 September 2012

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