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Australia Prepares Crackdown on Social Media Misinformation
The BGA Australia Team, led by Managing Director Michael “Mick” McNeill, wrote an update on Australia’s impending crackdown on social media misinformation. Context The Australian government is preparing to fortify laws related to misinformation and online safety following two recent knife attacks in Sydney. X, formerly known as Twitter, has been slammed by the government and opposition for its defiance of takedown orders. Meanwhile, the focus on misinformation posted on Facebook following the … Continue Reading
Michael McNeill
Australia Looks to Industry Role in Defense Modernization
The BGA Australia Team, led by Managing Director Michael “Mick” McNeill, wrote an update on …
Michael McNeill
Singapore’s Lawrence Wong To Take Over as Prime Minister Next Month
The BGA Singapore Team, led by Managing Director Nydia Ngiow, wrote an update on Singapore’s …
Nydia Ngiow
Philippines Bolsters Ties With United States and Japan in Minilateral Summits
The BGA Philippines Team, led by Managing Director Victor Andres Manhit, wrote an update on …
Victor Andres Manhit
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New Book on Australia’s Diplomatic Challenges
BGA’s Senior Advisor Ambassador Ian Kemish has published a new book on Australia’s key diplomatic challenges over the last two decades. The book, fully released in July and titled “The Consul: An Insider’s Account from Australia’s Diplomatic Frontline,” examines Kemish’s central role as a leader in Australia’s consular service in some of the defining episodes in that country’s diplomatic history.
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U.S. Trade Mission in Southeast Asia Continues in Vietnam with Focus on Clean Energy Transition
BGA Vietnam Managing Director Ha Nguyen wrote a piece reflecting on Vietnam-U.S. economic and business ties. The piece was released in line with the first-ever summit held between the United States and Southeast Asian leaders in Washington, D.C. in May. (June 10, 2022)
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Webinar on OTT Guideline: International Best Practices
BGA’s Bangladesh team organized a webinar on over-the-top (OTT) guidelines and international best practices. The webinar, which took place in late May, was done in collaboration with the Dhaka Tribune, and is available for viewing here. (May 31, 2022)
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