Trade & IP Unit
Economics & Deregulation / Trade & IP Unit
The purpose of the Trade and Intellectual Property Unit is to educate policymakers and the public about the value of intellectual property to Australia's economy, and the importance of expanding free trade across the world. Institute of Public Affairs publications have focused on developing the case for intellectual property, examining the significance of the 'fair trade' movement, and looking at looming treats to free trade.
Sub-topics of Trade & IP Unit
Publications
The 'food miles' fallacy
Amending TRIPS: Protecting Property Rights and Public Health.
Submission to the DFAT review of the TRIPS and Public Health Amendment
Fair Trade no substitute for intellectual property
Macchiato Myths: The dubious benefits of fair trade coffee
Bretton Woods and the World Trade Revival
The recent publication by the Commonwealth Government of a report on the United Nations Conference on International Trade, which commenced in London last October, has focussed attention upon plans being made for the regeneration of world trade....
