Business in Australia has a high degree of certainty
Australia is a safe destination for investment. The country's political and regulatory environment is stable, open and progressive, providing investors with a high degree of confidence and certainty.
Australia's strength as an investment destination stems, in part, from a political system that has been assessed as being highly effective in responding to economic challenges and policy direction. The adaptability of Australian government policy to changes in the economy has been ranked in the top two countries in the region.
Similarly, the transparency and effectiveness of government are also rated highly .
Efficient and transparent legal framework
Australia also has an open, efficient and transparent legal framework. Corruption levels are judged lower than those in the US, the UK, Canada and most regional countries .
These results can be attributed to a strong system of checks and balances, and a highly respected judicial and law enforcement system.