Alistair Nicholas
Biography
Publications
Alistair Nicholas is the principal of Alistair Nicholas Consulting, which focuses on public affairs and international trade. A former Australian Trade Commissioner and Federal Coalition trade advisor, he has more than 20 years of China business experience.
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Foresight and pragmatism missing in Australia’s relations with China
Beijing’s man in Canberra misjudged our tolerance for a bully. But why is Australia alone pushing for a Covid inquiry?
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Are you ready for how the coronavirus is transforming the world?
China is likely to emerge from this crisis far stronger economically, and Australia must look beyond “selling stuff”.