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WEBINAR: Developments in Australia's Trade Remedies System
9 JUNE 2026 | 1PM
ACITI speaks to Dr Susan Stone on how Australia’s trade remedies system is responding to new pressures in international trade.
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Latitudes of Opportunity FORUM
16 JUNE 2026 | Melbourne
Forum will convene the organisations and leaders shaping Australia–Latin America engagement - bringing business leaders, global investors and government decision-makers together to forge connections, build partnerships and act on emerging opportunities.
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WEBINAR: Update on Australia's Critical Minerals Trade and Investment
15 JULY 2026 | 1PM
ACITI speaks to Namali Mackay, Founder and Managing Director of the Critical Minerals Association Australia, about the current state of Australia's trade and investment in critical minerals.
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ACITI CIBEL Conference: REIMAGINING INTERNATIONAL TRADE
SAVE THE DATE
ACITI and the Chinese International Business and Economic Law Centre at UNSW Sydney are joining forces to deliver the Reimagining International Trade Conference. If you want to understand the dimensions and implications of the new era of international trade, join us in Sydney on 22 & 23 October 2026.
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WEBINAR RECORDING NOW AVAILABLE: Update from the WTO and MC14
Australia’s Ambassador to the WTO - James Baxter - provides a detailed and insightful readout on the outcomes from MC14 and what’s happening at the WTO.
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WEBINAR RECORDING: Inside the Australia-EU FTA
ACITI spoke to Australia’s Chief Negotiator for the Australia-European Union FTA - Cathy Raper - about the negotiations and outcomes - particularly new commitments Australia has taken on in this FTA.
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New Board Member - Jessica Giovanelli
ACITI is so pleased to announce the appointment of Jessica Giovanelli as a Non-Executive Director to the ACITI Board.
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New Episode of Trade Policy Decoded
Episode 42: The new Australia-EU FTA, with EABC CEO Jason Collins
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ACITI OpEd
Professor Felicity Deane makes a compelling case for the ongoing importance of the WTO in international trade governance.
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Appointment Announcement - Dr Merriden Varrall
ACITI is please to announce the appointment of Dr Merriden Varrall as an Associate Director.
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Exploring the Paradigm Shift with Dr John Kunkel
John joined ACITI Executive Director, Pru Gordon, in a discussion on his recent publication examining the causes of global economic disruption and recommendations for how Australia can respond.
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New Publication: Australia-EU Trade Relations in the Global Context
As global markets seek a new normal, the Australia - EU Trade Relationship presents opportunities for new collaboration and learning. These opportunities are detailed in this important collection of expert opinions. Proudly published by the Institute for International Trade, Adelaide University and ACITI.
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ACIT Op-Ed: Europe’s Quiet Chip Power: How the Netherlands Holds the Key to the Post-Davos World Order
Associate Professor Umair Ghori provides an insightful analysis of the critical role played by Dutch company - ASML -in today’s great power rivalry.
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Announcing the Launch of ACITI Academy
For those keen to build their international trade and investment knowledge and skills, ACITI Academy offers a range of courses for businesses, policy makers and analysts alike.
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ACITI Op-Ed: The Three Face Problem
ACITI Associate Director, Philipp Ivanov’s insightful take on Australia’s tri-dimensional China policy.
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