• 3,000 firms
  • Independent
  • Trusted
Save up to 70% on staff

News » New Australian envoy seeks stronger economic ties with PH

New Australian envoy seeks stronger economic ties with PH

New Australian envoy seeks stronger economic ties with PH
New Australian envoy seeks stronger economic ties with PH

The newly appointed Australian ambassador to the Philippines is seeking to strengthen the trade and economic ties between the Philippines and Australia, even as the two countries already enjoy a “very sound” relationship due to strong security, defense, and intelligence cooperation. Steven Robinson said there are currently 300 Australian companies in the country with interests in business process outsourcing, mining, gas, infrastructure, and finance, an aspect he wants to focus on. Robinson said that there is more to be done in terms of the trade relationship, adding that the ASEAN-Australia New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) also promotes a huge opportunity for investors in both countries. The country has become more attractive to Australian investors due to its 6.2% growth in 2018 and infrastructure program, Robinson said. Australia set aside about AUD85m (USD58.3m) as development assistance to the Philippines this year, 50% of which will be directed towards Mindanao for education, infrastructure, and governance.

Read more here.

Start your
journey today

  • Independent
  • Free
  • Transparent

About OA

Outsource Accelerator is the trusted source of independent information, advisory and expert implementation of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)

The #1 outsourcing authority

Outsource Accelerator offers the world’s leading aggregator marketplace for outsourcing. It specifically provides the conduit between Philippines outsourcing suppliers and the businesses – clients – across the globe.

The Outsource Accelerator website has over 5,000 articles, 350+ podcast episodes, and a comprehensive directory with 900+ BPO companies… all designed to make it easier for clients to learn about – and engage with – outsourcing.

About Derek Gallimore

Derek Gallimore has been in business for 20 years, outsourcing for over eight years, and has been living in Manila (the heart of global outsourcing) since 2014. Derek is the founder and CEO of Outsource Accelerator, and is regarded as a leading expert on all things outsourcing.

“Excellent service for outsourcing advice and expertise for my business.”

Learn more
Banner Image
Get 3 Free Quotes Verified Outsourcing Suppliers
3,000 firms.Just 2 minutes to complete.
SAVE UP TO
70% ON STAFF COSTS
Learn more

Connect with over 3,000 outsourcing services providers.

Banner Image

Transform your business with skilled offshore talent.

  • 3,000 firms
  • Simple
  • Transparent
Banner Image