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New defence trade controls threaten academic freedom and the economy

  • Written by The Conversation Contributor
imageEven talking to a colleague at an academic conference overseas could have harsh ramifications.Shutterstock

A new round of trade controls will come into effect in Australia next month and they could have a far reaching impact on the way academics do their work, and may end up hurting the economy.

The Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) goes into effect...

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