Cost is usually a key obstacle to reform. Improving Australia's trade administration systems is no exception. So figuring out who pays for this reform, and how it's recouped, is a central question that needs to be answered before we're likely to see progress.

Bryan Clark spoke with Paul Zalai from the Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) and the Australian Peak Shippers Association on past industry experience and views on best practice related to the cost recovery implications of simplified trade.

Paul Zalai is a leading advocate for the Australian international trade sector with extensive experience across commerce and government, including Ministerial appointed roles and current executive board responsibilities.