Treasurer Jim Chalmers says the government’s strategy to modernise Australia’s economy will enhance innovation and drive productivity.
“Our regulatory frameworks and infrastructure haven’t kept up with the big trends and transitions happening in finance,” he said during his ABA
Conference address.“Our agenda is to address and resolve these issues, to remove the barriers that are inhibiting the development of a modern payment system.
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