Trade Policy Decoded

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Trade Policy Decoded

Trade Policy Decoded is for anyone with an interest in international trade policy - both experts and trade policy novices. We cover trade policy in Australia and the world. Hosted by the University of Adelaide's Institute for International Trade and the Australian Centre for International Trade and Investment, TPD provides trade policy updates, information and analysis that’s timely, easy to access, super interesting and insightful.

  1. FEB 23

    Episode 23: Navigating Trump 2.0

    In this episode of Trade Policy Decoded, Peter Draper and Prudence Gordon discuss the evolving landscape of trade policy under the Trump administration as it enters 2025. They analyze the implications of Trump's Fair and Reciprocal Plan, the impact of tariffs on global trade, and the potential consequences for international relations and the WTO. The conversation also touches on Australia's position in this changing environment and the broader economic implications of these policies.

    36 min

  2. 12/16/2024

    Episode 22: 2024 In Review

    As 2024 comes to a close, Pru and Peter look back on the key themes Trade Policy Decoded explored over the year - as well as their favourite episodes. Trade Policy Decoded is taking a break over Christmas and will be back in mid-Feb 2025 with more great discussion on hot trade issues - of which we expect there will be many! Until then, we wish all out listeners a wonderful Christmas and restful New Year. ‍ Recorded on 9 December 2024.

    35 min

  3. 11/22/2024

    Episode 21: Implications of the return of 'Tariff Man' - with Prof Andreas Freytag

    In this episode of Trade Policy Decoded, Pru and Peter are joined by Professor Andreas Freytag from the Friedrich Schiller University to discuss the trade policy implications of a second Trump Presidency. The conversation traverses President Trump's promised new tariffs as well as the unresolved trade irritants from his first presidency; China's, the European Union's and Australia's possible responses; and the potential for international trade cooperation without the United States. Surprisingly, the discussion ends on a positive note!

    40 min

  4. 11/19/2024

    Episode 20: Australia's Carbon Leakage Review with Prof Frank Jotzo

    Measures to reduce domestic carbon emissions at home can impose costs and regulatory requirements on businesses that aren't shared by their international competitors. This can encourage production to move from countries with high emissions reduction standards to countries with low standards - ie carbon leakage. The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is how the EU has tried to address this issue and level the playing field. In this episode of Trade Polic Decoded, Pru and Peter talk to Professor Frank Jotzo from the Australian National University about his work leading the Australian Government's review of the potential for carbon leakage in Australia. Will Australia introduce its own CBAM? Only Minister Bowen knows but Frank and his team's review provide some useful indicators.

    38 min

  5. 10/16/2024

    Episode 19: Indonesia's Trade Policy under President Prabowo with Dr Harry Wardana

    In this episode of Trade Policy Decoded, Pru and Peter are joined by Dr Harry Wardana from the University of Adelaide. Harry presents fascinating insights into Indonesia's vision for its future and the role international trade and investment, particularly trade agreements, will play in that. Harry's frank about the challenges and contradictions that create hurdles for foreign investors who are critical for Indonesia's economic growth. The end of the podcast has a great kicker in Harry's description of how Australia's emissions reduction efforts are creating investment opportunities for Indonesian companies in Australia, that are, in turn, supporting Indonesia's green transition. A super podcast!

    39 min

  6. 09/19/2024

    Episode 18: Celebrating the Joint Statement Initiative on Electronic Commerce with ASR’s Holly Dorber

    In Episode 18 of Trade Policy Decoded, Peter and Pru speak to the President of the Australian Services Roundtable, Holly Dorber, about the Joint Statement Initiative on Electronic Commerce – commonly known as the JSI. This groundbreaking agreement provides a set of rules and principles guiding the development of the digital economy. While negotiated outside the World Trade Organisation, 91 economies were involved in its design and 82 have so far signed on to the text. It has major positive outcomes for Australian business, particularly SMEs, and is an awesome outcome demonstrating the ability of countries to cooperate particularly in the current climate.

    35 min

  7. 09/05/2024

    Episode 17: Western political earthquakes and a European dog that didn’t bite

    In this episode of Trade Policy Decoded, Pru and Peter share the popcorn while chatting about President Biden's decision to step aside as candidate for the US Democratic Party and its implications for US trade policy. They then delve into the populist lean seen in recent European and French elections and what it means for EU trade policy and the EU-Australia FTA. They wrap up with a discussion on the EU's initiatives to build its defence industries and the uncomfortable fit between inward-turning populist movements and the national security imperatives requiring closer cooperation with like-mindeds. Recorded on 25 July 2024

    30 min

  8. 08/16/2024

    Episode 16: The amazing Vangelis Vitalis on the CPTPP and NZ's awe-inspiring approach to trade policy

    If you only listen to one podcast on international trade policy this year - make it this one. Pru and Peter talk to Vangelis Vitalis, Deputy Secretary, Trade and Economic, of the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and one of the most experienced and insightful trade diplomats around. Vangelis explains progress on accessions to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Transpacific Partnership, and the important work reviewing and updating the CPTTP. He then describes New Zealand's incredibly positive and proactive approach to the seismic shifts rocking the global economy and geopolitics. As with rugby - Australia could learn a lesson or two here from our NZ cousins!

    50 min
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Trade Policy Decoded is for anyone with an interest in international trade policy - both experts and trade policy novices. We cover trade policy in Australia and the world. Hosted by the University of Adelaide's Institute for International Trade and the Australian Centre for International Trade and Investment, TPD provides trade policy updates, information and analysis that’s timely, easy to access, super interesting and insightful.

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    IIT / ACITI
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2025
  • Episodes
    23
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    © IIT / ACITI
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