Simplifying trade for Australia Whole-of-government reforms to create a simpler, more effective, and sustainable cross-border trade environment for Australia. Simplifying trade for business Driving process and legislative reform Digital and data focussed Working together to simplify cross-border trade STS Industry Advisory Council Communique Sept. 2023 The Simplified Trade System (STS) Industry Advisory Council (IAC) met in Melbourne on 1 September 2023. STS Progress and Opportunities August 2023 The STS Progress and Opportunities publication provides a summary of the outcomes delivered by the STS Implementation Taskforce and our partner agencies as well as a view of the opportunities ahead. STS Consultation Paper responses The STS Implementation Taskforce launched a public Consultation Paper at the STS Summit on 26 June 2023. The public submissions are available here. The Simplified Trade System will simplify Australia’s international trade regulations, modernise outdated ICT systems, and strengthen Australia’s economic resilience. About Simplified Trade Simplifying Australia’s cross-border trade environment The Simplified Trade System is focused on streamlining the trade processes for Australian businesses. Partner agencies The Simplified Trade System Implementation Taskforce works with 28 Australian government agencies. Our relationships with State and territory governments are critical to our operations. About STS Taskforce The STS agenda is supported by the STS Implementation Taskforce, established in July 2021, which reports directly to the Senator the Hon Don Farrell, Minister for Trade and Tourism.
