Doug Cameron (NSW, Australian Labor Party) Share this | Hansard source

My question is to the Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research, Senator Carr. Can the minister inform the Senate of the outlook for Australian industry? How will this be affected by the continuing global recession? What evidence is there of worldwide recovery? In particular, what are the implications for employment? How does the Australian situation compare with circumstances in other countries, including the United States and countries in Europe? Given that employment impacts are generally felt for some time after changes in economic conditions, is it realistic to assume that no further action is required to support the jobs of Australian workers? Is this the right time for the government to abandon its stimulus strategy?