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Objective 2 Facilitate export growth The Queensland Government provides existing and potential exporters with the support and knowledge they need to reach global audiences. Priority 4 Build export capabilities Priority 5 Foster export opportunities Priority 4 Build export capabilities Queensland's well-educated and skilled workforce supports continued growth in the economy. A strong future relies on the ability of the current and next generation of Queenslanders to respond to global challenges such as limited natural resources, changing market demographics, financial constraints and digital disruption. Empowering new exporters and startups The Queensland Government actively supports the growth and international expansion of new exporters and startups because they contribute significantly to Queensland's economic development. The Advance Queensland initiative will help Queensland startups commercialise products and services in order to secure investment for overseas expansion. The Queensland Government also builds relationships in overseas markets to assist Queensland companies with their market entry. Accelerators, incubators and co-working hubs offer facilities, advice, and contacts for Queenslanders looking to undertake entrepreneurial activities in a number of local and international markets. Current action: The Queensland Government signed a Statement of Intent with Dubai South in September 2016. This agreement will create new opportunities for Queensland businesses to expand and develop their products and services in the United Arab Emirates and the Middle East region. In competitive global markets, businesses need to stand out. Stakeholder feedback indicated that products and services that are quality assured can be more appealing to buyers and investors. New initiative: Implement a Queensland Government Accreditation Program. Queensland is the nation's exporter and 2nd largest goods 3rd largest services exporter 7,000 4.7% There were over goods exporters in Queensland in 2014-15, an increase of on the previous year 34 Queensland Trade and Investment Strategy 2017-2022
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