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December 2018 marks three years since the China-Australia Free Trade Agreeement (ChAFTA) entered into force. What is the significance of the agreement? What impact has ChAFTA had on Australian businesses? Has it aided their internationalisation and operation in the Chinese market? Tamara Oyarce, PhD Candidate and Sessional Lecturer at the University of Sydney Business School, joins Simone van Nieuwenhuizen, Project and Research Officer at the Australia-China Relations Institute (ACRI) at the University of Technology Sydney, to discuss ChAFTA's importance in the Australia-China economic relationship, some of the controversies surrounding its introduction, and what work should be done to improve it in future.

On this episode we speak with China Policy's Managing Director Philippa Jones on China's policy environment. We look at how policy is formulated in China and how interpreting policy can feed into the strategy of Australian business. Philippa outlines the importance of 5 year plans, China's public policy debates and the country's evolution towards rules based governance. We also take a look at major policy initiatives, such as the Belt and Road Initiative, ChAFTA, China 2025 and China's climate policy.

On this episode we discuss rock lobsters with the Geraldton Fisherman Cooperative that exports nearly 4,000 tonnes of Rock Lobster every year, the majority off which is now exported to China. We speak with the Co-op’s Matt Rutter about the rock lobster journey from off the Western Australian coast to the Chinese dinner table. We also discuss the importance of Chinese partnerships, the impact of ChAFTA and how to reach and understand your target market in China.

With much talk over the past 2 years of the opportunities provided by ChAFTA (The China Australia Free Trade Agreement), how much of an effect has the agreement had on Australian businesses? In this episode we speak with Austrade Senior Trade Commissioner for North China, Dan Tebbutt, who discusses the impact of ChAFTA in export goods, services, investment, tourism and education, and the role Austrade plays on the ground in China. Dan also reveals ChAFTA’s high utilisation rate with Australian companies, addresses how ChAFTA has made Australia a more attractive business partner in the eyes Chinese businesses and the overall maturity of the China market.

In this episode we get the Chinese perspective on investment into Australia and also discuss a potential new framework for the Australia China relationship with Professor Peter Drysdale from the Australian National University’s Crawford School of Public Policy and Professors Liu Shangdong and Lin Jiang from the think tank the China Centre for International Economic Exchange. In our discussion that was recorded in Beijing in October 2017, we get the Chinese view on the complementary nature of Chinese investment into Australia, as well as the need for clarity on investment guidelines and the context of Chinese investment within Australia. We also address the effect ChAFTA has had on the bilateral relationship and ascertain how an Australia China Commission could provide long term stability to the Sino-Australia relationship. In 2016 the ANU and CCIEE collaborated on the report the Australia China Joint Economic Report – the first major independent study of the Australia China relationship, compiled with support from both Beijing and China. The report has subsequently been delivered to Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull and Chinese Premier Li Keqiang.

With Australian exports to China rising 25% over 2016/17 to $110 Billion, it is hard to argue ChAFTA has not played a significant role in its two years since coming into effect. However, for businesses looking to take advantage of its tariff reductions, accessing ChAFTA is not automatic. In this episode, The Export Council of Australia's Collins Rex walks through the four steps essential in businesses reducing the price of their exports to China. Collins also discusses the advantages of the agreement's most favoured nation status, how to price your goods under a falling tariff schedule and how to compare the price benefits to your goods with other FTAs.

In this episode we speak with Austrade National Manager Richard Coote to explore the view in the China market and how the Australian government can support businesses over in China. Richard rates Australia’s in market China presence compared to international competition and how ChAFTA and Australia’s first mover advantage is playing a role. We also discuss the benefit of operating on the ground in China, how business can make their first moves into the market and how vital it is to play the long game when doing business in China. Richard also offers how the Australian government can help with Export Grants, utilising the Shanghai Landing Pad and its calendar event A Week that will be taking place in 2018.

Making connections with Chinese partners is essential for exporters. This episode comes from the Victorian Government's Food and Beverage Trade Week, where 160 exporters showcase their goods to potential Chinese buyers. We talk to businesses about their China strategy, what barriers to trade they face and whether ChAFTA is making an impact on their exports.

Former Trade and Investment Minister Andrew Robb joins the China Path Podcast to share his experiences overseeing ChAFTA negotiations and what the agreement means for Australia. Andrew gives his thoughts on the business take up of ChAFTA, his personal experiences of the negotiations and how he managed to secure access to Australian services under the agreement.

ACBC National President John Brumby kicks off ACBC's China Path Podcast with an outline of the big picture of where the Australia-China relationship is at in 2017. John discusses the success of ChAFTA, opportunities in the services sector, One Belt One Road, the need for inbound investment and he also recounts going to the football with current China President Xi Jinping

Guest: Alina Bain – Chief Executive Officer, Australian Services Roundtable Part 1: Overview of the Australian Services Roundtable (ASR) and its support from the Small Business Minister, the Hon Michael McCormack MP. Overview of Free Trade Agreements and ChAFTA – why do they matter and opportunities for SME’s. Guest: Jennifer Fong- Registered Migration Agent, Visacorp Pty Ltd Part 2: What is a Migration Agent? Jennifer tells us about her role and what it means to her. What skills is Australia looking for and how do SME’s access these potential employees? Plus what you need to know in gaining a visa for your future employees.

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