Economics
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Economy
Economic management
Macroeconomics
Economic policy
Discussion paper
Collaborative practices in employment services
This paper explores the disability employment sector, focusing on collaborative practices and the drivers and barriers shaping them. It recommends initiating collaboration – or a series of collaborative projects – between service providers and the government as a starting point to reduce the transactional nature of Inclusive Employment Australia.
Report
OECD economic outlook: tackling uncertainty, reviving growth
This report provides a macroeconomic assessment for OECD countries. It notes that global economic prospects are weakening, with the slowdown expected to be most concentrated in the United States, Canada, Mexico and China. For Australia, the report predicts a return to modest growth in 2025-26 but identifies several fiscal and policy actions needed to address...
Report
Targets for minimum Indigenous employment or supply use in major Australian Government procurements: follow-up
This audit examined implementation of recommendations in relation to mandatory minimum requirements (MMRs) for Indigenous employment and procurement by the Australian Government. It found some departments had only partly implemented the prior recommendations and makes eight recommendations to improve compliance with the MMRs.
Report
Accelerating Australia's AI agenda
This report outlines a national blueprint to make Australia a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), reigniting productivity growth and boosting living standards. It recommends clear regulations that encourage innovation; support for businesses to deploy AI; courses in AI across all education levels; and mechanisms for cooperative AI research.
Report
OECD supply chain resilience review
This report examines how countries can navigate risks through agile, adaptable and aligned supply chains. It explores trade dependencies, the costs of relocalisation, and how digitalisation and sustainability can shape stronger global supply chains. The report makes recommendations for how governments can manage risk and promote resilient supply chains.