In a recent RSA blog, Anastasiia Konstantynova, Principal Consultant at Technopolis Netherlands, reflects on Australia’s approach to innovation, economy and governance, and explores what lessons it may hold for Europe. The article highlights how Australia’s scale, openness and policy choices contribute to a strong science, technology, and innovation ecosystem.
Five observations stand out:
- International openness
- Community as a competitive advantage
- Local branding: “Australian Made” vs “Made in EU”
- Visible public goods practices
- Environmental stewardship
For the EU, the key takeaway is not to replicate the Australian model directly but to adapt useful elements to the European context. Combining Europe’s strong governance framework with greater openness, community engagement and clearer economic identity could further strengthen its competitiveness.
Read the full article on the RSA blog: Strengthening European competitiveness: 5 facts about Australia and what the EU can learn from Down Under.