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Australia is a globally competitive location for business. Strong institutions, flexible markets and effective and well-targeted economic policies provide a solid platform for business and political stability and a sound regulatory climate strongly support business growth.

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Regulation of foreign investment (PDF)
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Intellectual property protection (PDF)
Business visas (PDF)
Structures for establishing a business (PDF)
Setting up and running a company in Australia (PDF)

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