Following a series of global economic and geopolitical shocks, The University of Western Australia’s Public Policy Institute will present an expert panel on Tuesday, 28 November to examine Australia’s economic prospects and challenges in 2024.
“Our final Breakfast by the Bay panel for 2023 is part of an essential conversation about not only Australia’s economic prospects, but also our those of our neighbours in the Indian Ocean region and other global trading partners.”
Associate Professor Paul Maginn, UWA Public Policy Institute Director
Lockdowns, outbreaks of warfare, interest rate hikes and persistently high inflation have disrupted supply chains and energy and commodity prices – and soaring housing and rental costs have pushed more Australians into a cost-of-living crisis.
UWA PPI Director Associate Professor Paul Maginn said we appeared to be on the cusp of a period of unpredictable global volatility.
“We need information, we need insights, and we need to ask questions,” Professor Maginn said.
“Our final Breakfast by the Bay panel for 2023 is part of an essential conversation about not only Australia’s economic prospects, but also our those of our neighbours in the Indian Ocean region and other global trading partners.”
Image: Breakfast by the Bay: Global Economic Outlook - Future challenges and prospects for Australia will be held on November 28.
Panellists will explore a spectrum of critical issues, including the impact of geopolitical disruptions on Australia’s economic stability, food and nutrition security, labour markets and migration in a rapidly changing world, the availability of affordable housing and the transition to cleaner energy sources as we work towards meeting UN Sustainable Development goals by 2030.
The panel, moderated by UWA Professor of Economics Alison Preston, comprises Professor of Economics and Director of International Relations at the UWA Business School, Anu Rammohan, Chief Economist at the Committee for Economic Development of Australia (CEDA), Cassandra Winzar, Western Australian Treasury Corporation CEO, Kaylene Gulich, and former Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA Chief Economist, Nicky Cusworth.
The event will be held on Tuesday 28 November, from 7am to 9am at The University Club of Western Australia. Register via the website.
Media references
Margaret Lindley (UWA PPI Communications and Engagement Coordinator) 6488 6244
Paul Maginn (UWA PPI Director) 0421 545190
Doug MacLaurin (UWA PR & Media Advisor) 0418 252 436