The Australian Economic Review is an applied economics journal with a strong policy orientation. This review aims to publish high-quality articles that apply economic analysis to a wide range of macroeconomic and microeconomic topics related to economic and social policy issues. It holds special value for scholars, students, policy makers, and others interested in the Australian economy and the broader Asia Pacific region. This journal promotes the translation of high-quality economic research results into policy practice, which helps to improve policy efficiency and promote socio-economic development.