The case for holding your next corporate meeting in Australia.

reason 1: We are well recognised as a base for trading within Australasia.

reason 2: We are one of the world's most deregulated economies.

reason 3: Our outstandingly successful 2000 Olympics have proved unreservedly that we produce well planned, executed and managed world class events.

reason 4: Pioneering deregulation and privatisation has created in Australia a treasure trove of unmatched opportunities.

reason 5: Australia: A natural Business Hub in the Asia Pacific Region. It is forecast that the world GDP share of major economies within the Asia Pacific region will rise from 38% to 45% over the next 10 years.

reason 6: Australia has a wealth of internationally recognised science and technology professionals in all industry sectors.

reason 7: We offer excellent hotels and meeting places; endless sporting/leisure opportunities; and the world's best medical facilities - all in a clean, safe, healthy environment.

reason 8: To quote FAZ, Germany, Australia offers "a modern, progressive, technically experienced, diverse and first class society".

reason 9: To quote Der Bund, Switzerland, "Australians are ingenious improvisers and masters in the art of practical problem solving".

reason 10: Finally, doing business here places you in the most dynamic business region of the world - not to mention the most beautiful place on earth.