PROGRESS 2050: Toward a prosperous future for all Australians
Check in here to catch the latest blogs, news and highlights as it happens from CEDA's State of the Nation: digital forum, held on 15 and 16 June 2020.
CEDA Chief CEO Melinda Cilento, Chief Economist Jarrod Ball, Chairman Diane Smith-Gander AO and Board Director Ming Long AM break down day one and two of State of the Nation.
Day one delivered presentations and discussions with political leaders and policy experts on priorities for Australia.
- The Hon. Scott Morrison, Prime Minister of Australia
- The Hon. Anthony Albanese, Federal Leader of the Opposition
Read highlights: State Treasurers panel: Opportunity for reform in the crisis
Read highlights: State of the Nation day one: national cabinet, labour market and PM address
Day two provided a series of panel discussions with business leaders and decision makers focused on four areas key to Australia’s recovery.
Read highlights: Reconsidering trade after COVID-19
Read highlights: Saving jobs in the crisis
Read highlights: Critical services in a time of a pandemic: staff and safety first
Read highlights: Supporting vulnerable and at risk communities panel: “our indifference will imperil our resilience"
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