From www.themandarin.com.au: Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic emphasises the importance of data-driven policymaking and fostering trust in science to combat the influence of vested interests in policy development.

He calls for an overhaul of Australia’s research and development approach, highlighting the country’s underinvestment compared to the OECD average and the urgent need for innovation to boost economic growth.

Husic’s comments follow critical remarks by former Treasury Secretary Ken Henry regarding Australia’s economic performance and reliance on the mining sector, stressing the need for robust, evidence-based policy solutions.