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Negotiating merry-go-rounds
I was negotiating a contract last week and it struck me how different the process is here in Indonesia to what I was used to

You have the right product & paperwork. So why is your business not making progress in Asia?
For many on the export journey the to-do list seems clear. It means items such as understanding the consumer need and price point, meeting the

Struggling to understand RCEP
Maybe like a lot of people, when news hits about agreements like the RCEP (which I honestly had to Google), IA-CEPA or Indonesia’s new Omnibus Law, I struggle to figure out their relevance and real-world impact.

Why cultural understanding has GOT to be on a business’ to-do list
An Australian walks into an Indonesian meeting room – but lacks the skill to do the meeting well. The experience is familiar: an Australian

Trade shows are gone. How can you boost food & agriculture exports in Asian markets?
CEO at the Australian Fresh Produce Alliance Michael Rogers gives tips for increasing your market presence, whether you have a small or large business. Watch

Now’s the time for agriculture to tap into its networks
There are several measures a food business can take to help manage the impact of COVID-19, but overall they need to be proactive. That’s according to Michael Rogers, CEO of the Australian Fresh Produce Alliance, who said the smart companies are questioning how they can best position themselves to operate in an uncertain environment and take advantage of new opportunities.