Huong Le Thu on How Australia Can Supercharge Its Digital Engagement with South-East Asia
“Digital, technology and science capabilities are critical for the longer-term post-COVID recovery. In helping to fund them across South-East Asia, Australia will forge durable economic ties with partners in the region.”
THE PROBLEM: As competition between the United States and China intensifies, South-East Asia is becoming the key competitive arena. Australia’s engagement with the region is not only a matter of being a good neighbour, but a strategic imperative.