The Foundations of Government Business Relations: Constitutions, Federations and Parliaments

Despite demands for change in the aftermath of the Global Financial Crisis (GFC), government business relations continue operating in a volatile economic and political environment. This volatility presents many challenges for government and for business both in Australia and globally. Understanding Government Business Relations in an Unpredictable World examines these challenges, particularly the persistent tensions between government intervention and market autonomy. It offers a broad overview from different perspectives in different national contexts. The contributors to this book are experts in their field, which has resulted in original, insightful and contemporary chapters. This collection, edited by Elizabeth van Acker and Giorel Curran, helps not only to explain the volatility of government business relations, but also to make sense of a variety of responses to important issues in a range of nations.