This report explores the understanding and utilisation of benefits available to Australian industry and communities from trade, the challenges faced in accessing these benefits and how businesses can be further encouraged. The report notes that a global rise in protectionist sentiment poses a significant challenge for Australia as a trading nation. It makes 13 recommendations.

This final inquiry report builds on the Committee's interim report, published in February 2024, that made five recommendations focused on improving transparency, accountability, and oversight in the process for negotiating Australia’s trade and investment agreements.

This interim report examines how processes can be strengthened to build on Australia’s success as a trading nation and ensure trade and investment agreements are of the greatest benefit for all Australians.

This report examines how Australia can build on its strengths and opportunities to become a leading destination for trade and investment in the future global green economy.

This inquiry report aim to position Australia so it emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic in a more secure, stable, and profitable position than before. The recommendations have been informed by a range of stakeholders, who provided evidence on the opportunities and challenges related to diversification.