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A country report for Australia is presented from publisher Information Handling Services (IHS) Markit Ltd, with topics including political structure, economic structure, and foreign relations of the country.

A country report for Australia is presented from publisher, CountryWatch Incorporated, with topics including economic conditions; political conditions; and international relations.

A country report for Australia is presented from publisher IHS Markit with topics including political structure of the country, macro-economic indicators such as gross domestic product (GDP), and foreign relations of the country.

This publication provides an analysis and forecasts for the economy and politics of Australia as of March 27, 2013. The next general election is scheduled on September 14, 2013 wherein the Labor Party is trailing the opposition Liberal-National coalition in opinion polls. Prime Minister Julia Gillard survived a leadership challenge on March 21 after her predecessor in office, Kevin Rudd. Also included are outlook on political stability, international relations, and policy trends.

This publication presents information on Australia. The country has a strong democracy and has taken measures to boost its economic performance and strengthen its relations with other countries. It has high scores in terms of human development, ranking second among 187 countries on the United Nations (UN) Human Development Index for 2011. This entry also includes information on business, technological and legal environment and politics.

The article provides an overview of the foreign relations of Australia which has been active in international affairs since World War II.

The article explores the relations of Australia to foreign countries such as the U.S., Europe, and New Zealand.

The article presents a country report for Australia as of November 2009. Poll results published in late October 2009 revealed that Australians are satisfied with the leadership of Prime Minister Kevin Rudd. The relation of Australia with China is said to be improving after the visit of China's second-in-command Li Keqiang in late October 2009 to the country. As of September 2009, the employment rate of the country decreased to 5.7%. A small trade surplus is expected to be posted by the country in 2009.

The article offers information on Australia. It presents the political and economic forecasts for the country, as of January 2009. It discusses the country's climate for investment and trade, along with the tariff and non-tariff barriers, corruption and other bureaucratic obstacles and labor conditions. It also provides a background on Australia, including its history, political and government conditions, and foreign relations.

Presents an overview of the political conditions in Australia. Details of the political history and the formation of the current government; List of principle government officials; Structure of the government; Policy on foreign relations; Expenditures for military and defense forces; Biographical information on the leader of the nation.

The article discusses the economic and political conditions in Australia for the period 2007-2008. It reveals the budget of the government for fiscal year 2007-2008, including tax cuts, which it presumably hopes will turn public opinion back in its favor ahead of the upcoming federal election. This entry also discusses the country's international relations, economic policy trends, fiscal policy, monetary policy, and economic forecast.

The article focuses on foreign trade and payments in Australia. The merchandise trade deficit expanded, primarily owing to an increase in imports. Earnings from the export of manufactured goods were weighed down by a decline in the value of machinery sold overseas. Drought is expected to continue to have an impact on rural exports.

Presents an overview of the political conditions in Australia. Details of the political history and the formation of the current government; List of principle government officials; Structure of the government; Policy on foreign relations; Expenditures for military and defense forces; Biographical information on the leader of the nation.

Provides information on the political and economic policy outlook in Australia for 2005 to 2006. Status of domestic politics as of August 2005; Overview of its international relations; Details on the economic policy in Australia as of August 2005, including its fiscal policy; Forecast on the economy of Australia for 2005.

Presents an overview of the political conditions in Australia. Details of the political history and the formation of the current government; List of principle government officials; Structure of the government; Policy on foreign relations; Expenditures for military and defense forces; Biographical information on the leader of the nation.

Presents a forecast on the political and economic conditions of Australia from 2005 to 2006. Authority of the ruling centre-right Liberal-National coalition; Growth in the real gross domestic product; Relations with other countries; Changes in the economic policy.

Presents a forecasts on the political and economic conditions of Australia from 2005 to 2006. Authority of the ruling centre-right Liberal-National coalition; Relations with other countries; Changes in the economic policy; Growth in the real gross domestic product.

Presents an overview of the political and economic policy outlook of Australia for 2004-2005. Revision of the health and education policies of the Liberal-National coalition led by Prime Minister John Howard to counter the increase in popularity of the Labor Party led by Mark Latham; International relations; Overview of the fiscal and monetary policy; Summary of the economic forecast from 2002-2005.

Presents an overview of the political conditions in Australia. Details of the political history and the formation of the current government; List of principle government officials; Structure of the government; Policy on foreign relations; Expenditures for military and defense forces; Biographical information on the leader of the nation.

The article reports on the visit by Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull of Australia to Washington D.C., met with U.S. President Barack Obama, and gave a speech on national security at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) which reinforces the ties between the two countries.

The article focuses on the continued strong alliance of the Australian government to the U.S. since the end of World War II and will likely to remain so despite the greater influence brought by China.

The article examines the important political events in Australia in 2013. Topics covered include the challenges faced by Prime Minister Tony Abbott, power shifts in Asia and the effects of the rise of China on Australia. Also mentioned are the impact of the decline of U.S. power on the Asia-Pacific region on its relations with Australia, expansion of other Southeast Asian countries and the increasing role of South Korea in regional security affairs.

The article discusses the political outlook for Australia for 2011 to 2015. Results from the August 21 general election showed 72 seats won by the Labor Party in the House of Representatives, a single won by the Greens and four seats won by independents. It predicts that the new government formed by Prime Minister Julia Gillard will likely face desertion. The shortcomings of the Liberal-National coalition are highlighted. Also discussed is Australia's relations with the U.S. and China.

Focuses on the foreign policies and payments of Australia as of April 1, 2003. Reasons for a trade deficit in the fourth quarter of 2002; Comparison of quarterly current accounts of 2001 and 2002.

The article discusses the civilian nuclear cooperation between the U.S. and Australia, in which which the agreement is being renewed in the U.S. Congress. It states that the Congress was given 30 days to conduct continuous sessions to consult the administration, and additional 60 days for the review of the renewal agreement. Meanwhile, it mentions that the civilian nuclear cooperation deal is under the section 123 of the U.S. Atomic Energy Act (AEA).

The article presents report titled "U.S.-Australia Civilian Nuclear Cooperation: Issues for Congress" by the U.S. Congressional Research Service as of September 30, 2010. Topics discussed include U.S.-Australian civilian nuclear cooperation, involvement of Australia in the nonproliferation policy of the U.S. and growing nuclear capacity of Australia.

On March 19, 2003, the United States, aided by Great Britain and Australia, initiated a military invasion of Iraq. Both the U.S. and Great Britain contended that they had sufficient legal authority to use force against Iraq pursuant to Security Council resolutions adopted in 1990 and 1991. But President Bush also contended that, given the "nature and type of threat posed by Iraq," the U.S. had a legal right to use force "in the exercise of its inherent right of self defense, recognized in Article 51 of the UN Charter." Given that the U.S. had not previously been attacked by Iraq, that contention raised questions about the permissible scope of the preemptive use of force under international law. This report examines that issue as it has developed in customary international law and under the United Nations Charter. It will be updated as events warrant. (For historical information on the preemptive use of force by the U.S., see CRS Report RS21311, U.S. Use of Preemptive Military Force.) [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports on the speech about the free trade agreement between Australia and Great Britain, delivered by Australia's Trade and Investment Minister Steven Ciobo at a food industry event in London, England in April 2018, that was viewed as offensive to the British food industry. Topics discussed are access of Australian dairy and meat exporters to the British and European markets, prospect of agricultural exports to Great Britain and Europe, and investment opportunities in Australia.

The article presents a political outlook for Australia for 2010-11. Prime Minister Kevin Rudd of the Labor Party received a high approval rating as he enters the final year of his term. A possible early double-dissolution election can be called by Rudd in order to pass a legislation for the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme. Although Rudd decided to withdraw Australian soldiers from Iraq in 2008, the U.S. is still considered its closest ally. In the first half of 2009, China is largest trade partner of the country.

The article offers an outlook on the political conditions in Australia from 2009 to 2010. It states that the Labor Party, led by the Prime Minister Kevin Rudd, will need to defend his government from opposition criticism of its economic management during the forecast period as the economy slips into recession. It notes that the election of Barack Obama as U.S. president should help improve relations between Australia and the U.S.

The article presents a forecast on political conditions in Australia and its relations with other countries during the period of 2009 to 2010. Liberal-National leader Malcolm Turnbull faces the challenge of reorganizing the opposition coalition in time to take advantage of the deteriorating economic climate and mount a strong challenge to the government in 2010. The government has shown a reluctance to allow unfettered investment in the country's resources sector by firms owned by the Chinese government.

The article discusses the political outlook for Australia in 2008-2009, including the efforts of Prime Minister Kevin Rudd to be in touch with the electorate by apologizing to the aborigines for sins committed by the government. The Kyoto Protocol was ratified by Australia but the government will have to face the economic challenges of meeting Kyoto targets. Its decision to minimize its involvement in the war in Iraq will lead to tactful management of its relations with U.S. which has significantly weakened by the decision.

The article presents forecasts on Australian politics and government for the 2008-2009 period. Opinion polls indicate that the Labor Party led by Kevin Rudd will win in the November 24, 2007 elections. Australia is likely to remain a major U.S. ally, but Rudd, if elected prime minister, would unlikely build the type of warm friendship that has developed between the U.S. President George W. Bush and Australian Prime Minister John Howard.

A political outlook for Australia in 2008-2009 is presented. Developments in the domestic political scene including the scheduled October 27, 2007 federal election and opposition Labor Party leader Kevin Rudd's campaign as a successor to Prime Minister John Howard are given. It also includes information on the country's foreign policy and its relations with other countries such as China and India.

The article presents information on Australia's political outlook for 2007-2008. A June 2007 election poll showed that the Liberal-National coalition government was able to cut the lead of the opposition Labor Party. It is reported that the holding of election until the end of 2007 will be advantageous for Australian Prime Minister John Howard. Based on the article, Australia's relations with Indonesia seem to have recovered from a dispute related to an incident with Jakarta Governor Sutiyoso.

The article presents the political outlook for Australia for 2006 to 2007. It is expected that the government will continue its use of parliamentary strength to push ahead with economic reforms previously blocked by a lack of support in the Senate. Bilateral relations between the country and Indonesian governments will continue to improve over the forecast period.

Discusses the domestic politics and international relations of Australia. Reduction in the fuel excise tax that eased the income tax reporting requirements applied to small businesses; Growing friction in the government between the Liberals and the rural-based Nationals; Policy shifts by the federal government; Creation of mobile defense force which could be employed in regional operations.

The article presents a reprint of the article "APEC to explore Asia-Pacific free trade area," by Richard Woodard, which appeared on the website just-style.com on November 13, 2014. Topics discussed include the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation's (APEC) country members including Australia, Canada, and Republic of the Philippines, the commitment of countries for a reduction plan of 5% tariffs of 54 environmental goods, and the agreement to endorse the APEC customs strategic framework.

The article informs that the Australia-United States Defense Trade Cooperation Treaty would be completed soon as Defense Trade Controls Bill 2011 has been introduced at the Australian Parliament. The U.S. Congress has passed the related bill on September 29, 1010, also, the treaty is expected to strengthen the relations of Australia with the U.S. Additionally, through treaty, the need of export license on many defense equipments would be terminated.

The article summarizes the country report for Australia as of July 2010. Its outlook for 2010-2011 highlights the country's occasional diplomatic disputes with China, the anticipated 2.7% economic growth, and the change of leadership in the Labor Party. Other issues tackled are the election of Julia Gillard as Australia's first female prime minister on June 24th, the 4.5% official cash rate held by the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) on June 1st, and the decline of 5.7 percentage points in the Westpac-Melbourne Institute Index of Consumer Sentiment.

The article presents a country report for Australia as of April 2008 including the policies of Prime Minister Kevin Rudd on government wages, amendments to industrial relation laws and inflation. Economic indicators are also discussed, that include the picture of its gross domestic product, overnight bank cash rate and current account deficit. It also present an outlook for Australia's politics and government and economy for 2008 to 2009.

This article reveals that Australia is strengthening its defense relationship with India by signing an Information Sharing Arrangement. The arrangement will make it easier to share classified information between the two countries' defense organizations, giving effect to the intent of the Memorandum of Understanding on Defence Cooperation signed during the Australian Prime Minister's visit to India in March 2006, particularly in the priority areas both agreed on: maritime security, counter-terrorism and peacekeeping.

Presents an overview of the political conditions in Australia. Details of the political history and the formation of the current government; List of principle government officials; Structure of the government; Policy on foreign relations; Expenditures for military and defense forces; Biographical information on the leader of the nation.

The article focuses on the U.S.-Australian international alliances. It states that U.S. Ambassador Jeffrey Bleich to Australia describe the relationship of the two countries as the most productive and strongest international alliances. It mentions that Australia and the U.S. conduct joint military training exercises and has a close intelligence relationship. It also presents the key role of Australia in promoting regional stability.

The article discusses the issues in the U.S. Congress concerning the renewal of the civilian nuclear cooperation agreement between the U.S. and Australia. It states that members of Congress have been in favor of the renewal agreement, but concerns were raised over the 90-day period of the renewal agreement's review which could not be met. Meanwhile, it mentions that a bill was introduced by Senator Richard Lugar for the agreement's approval.

The article discusses the civilian nuclear cooperation agreement between the U.S. and Australia, which is being renewed in the U.S. Congress. It states that the U.S. President Barack Obama sent the renewal text of the agreement on May 5, 2010 to Congress to request for approval, together with the Nuclear Proliferation Assessment (NPAS). Meanwhile, it mentions that the civilian nuclear cooperation deal is under the section 123 of the U.S. Atomic Energy Act (AEA).

Discusses the political scene in New Zealand.

An interview with Korea Development Institute School of Public Policy and Management professor Jeffrey Robertson is presented. He discusses middle-powerism which is a prominent feature of Australian foreign policy. He believes that the free trade agreement (FTA) talks between Australia and South Korea focused on domestic political considerations. He reports that security and defense cooperation between the two countries has expanded over the years.

The article reports on the visit of Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott to Indonesia which signaled the importance he places on Australia's relations with Indonesia. According to Abbott, he hopes that his visit to Indonesia establishes a convention for all incoming leaders of the country. It mentions that his meeting with Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono focused on asylum policies between the countries.