Anne Aly aims to reshape multiculturalism with new portfolio

Anne Aly aims to reshape multiculturalism with new portfolio

Anne Aly sees her trio of new portfolios - small business, multicultural affairs and international development - as being joined by a thread of aspiration and economic opportunity.

On the occasion of the annual conference of the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (Afcm), held in Tunis on 13 and 14 May 2025, the Minister of Economy and Planning, Samir Abdelhafidh, delivered a speech focusing on the strategic importance of small enterprises in the national economic fabric. He stressed that these institutions play a fundamental role as key players in the economic system, and that, as such, the Tunisian government is committed…

New small business minister Dr Anne Aly welcomed by industry

Dr Anne Aly has been appointed as the Minister for Small Business and Minister for International Development and Multicultural Affairs in Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s returning cabinet.  Council of Small Business Organisations Australia (COSBOA) CEO Luke Achterstraat welcomed the new cabinet and called for small businesses to be recognised as central to achieving national economic goals.  “Unlocking small business potential is essential to …

Defining Small Business in Australia – Linksforce

Small businesses are often regarded as the backbone of the Australian economy, contributing significantly to employment, innovation, and community development. Defined generally as enterprises with fewer than 20 employees, small businesses encompass a diverse range of industries, from retail and hospitality to professional services and technology. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), small businesses account for approximately …