From disruption in the Red Sea and Middle East to rising landside charges, shipping line consolidation, regulatory intervention and ongoing port efficiency concerns, the discussion covered the key challenges confronting Australian importers, exporters, customs brokers, freight forwarders and logistics providers.
These are not abstract industry issues; they are pressures we hear about directly from FTA/APSA members and that affect the competitiveness and efficiency of Australian trade.
Ensuring those real-world experiences are heard in the national conversation is central to our role. It strengthens broader industry and community understanding while supporting our advocacy for greater transparency, effective competition, improved productivity and a more efficient freight system.
The podcast provides a clear, independent and accessible explanation of the factors currently impacting international trade - refer HERE
We highly recommend members share this excellent discussion with business executives and customers to broaden awareness of these challenges and the case for meaningful reform.
Paul Zalai - Director FTA / Secretariat APSA |
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