Problem 1: Are the Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) that were signed by the Australian government (pages 5-6) responsible for the weaknesses within the automotive industry?
- Why or why not?
- Discuss other factors that might contribute to the weakness of the auto industry in Australia.
Problem 2: Name at least two industries operating in Australia that could benefit from the new FTAs listed in pages 5-6, and explain how they might benefit. (Note: this may require some independent thinking.)
Problem 3: The FTA announcements threatened the survival of Australia's car-parts manufacturers. What should these auto parts manufacturers do to survive?