Recommendation 1
7.7 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government continue to actively
monitor the emerging Continental Free Trade Area with a view to best position
Australia to take advantage of it when it comes into force and ensure that
businesses and the public are kept informed of the benefits of this agreement.
Recommendation 2
7.18 The
committee recommends that Austrade actively monitor and promote non-extractive
trade and investment opportunities in Africa to Australian businesses.
Recommendation 3
7.20 The
committee recommends that the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade work with
organisers of major promotional events and conferences, such as
Australia-Africa Week, to facilitate greater participation of the private sector
from industries other than mining.
Recommendation 4
7.24 The
committee recommends that the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade review
Australia's diplomatic representation in Africa with a view to applying new
methods of operation.
Recommendation 5
7.27 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government explore opportunities to
increase the number of Australian ministerial and parliamentary visits to
Africa.
Recommendation 6
7.31 The
committee recommends that, in relation to the Advisory Group on
Australia-Africa Relations (AGAAR):
- the Department of
Foreign Affairs and Trade and AGAAR, engaging in appropriate consultation with
stakeholders, review AGAAR's role with a view to build on its advisory
responsibilities to include a more outward facing function to strengthen the
Australia-Africa relationship;
- detail about the work
and achievements of AGAAR be included on the AGAAR website; and
- the Department of
Foreign Affairs and Trade include a response to the recommendations contained
in the AGAAR strategy paper on its website.
Recommendation 7
7.35 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government give further consideration
to supporting initiatives that strengthen the regulatory and governance
landscape in Africa.
Recommendation 8
7.37 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government review its visa assessment
process for African travellers with a view to minimising processing times,
increasing transparency and to ensure there are no unintended barriers.
Recommendation 9
7.40 The
committee recommends the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade review their
Smartraveller advice platform with a view to providing more tailored and
specific advice to Australian businesses operating on the African continent.
Recommendation 10
7.42 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government consult stakeholders such
as the Australia-Africa Minerals and Energy Group on ways to improve data
collection regarding Australian mining activity in Africa.
Recommendation 11
7.49 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government, in consultation with a
range of stakeholders, explore options for improving Africa literacy,
awareness, engagement, access to information and research.
Recommendation 12
7.54 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government consider increasing
Australian Centre for International Agricultural Research's funding in order to
increase research, project and partnership activity in Africa.
Recommendation 13
7.58 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government consider an Africa round
for Business Partnerships Platform funding for African development projects
delivered through public-private partnerships.
Recommendation 14
7.63 The
committee recommends the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade undertake a review
of Australian mining and Mining, Equipment, Technology and Services (METS)
companies operating on the African continent which undertake engagement and
provide services or assistance to the communities in which they operate.
Recommendation 15
7.65 The
committee recommends that the Department of Industry, Innovation and Science
review its Leading Practice Sustainable Development Program for the Mining
Industry to ensure it is up-to-date and incorporates information on the UN
Sustainable Development Goals.
Recommendation 16
7.71 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government seek to increase the
visibility of the Australia Global Alumni program among African alumni in order
to formalise alumni networks.
Recommendation 17
7.72 The
committee recommends that the Australian Government review its list of
Australia Global Alumni ambassadors with a view to including an Ambassador from
Africa.
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