Craig Emerson

Craig Emerson is a Visiting Fellow with a PhD in economics from the Australian National University. With over 35 years of experience in public policy, politics, and public service, he served as Senior Adviser to Prime Minister Bob Hawke (1986–1990) and later held parliamentary roles including Minister for Trade and Competitiveness, Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills, Science, and Research, and Minister Assisting the Prime Minister on Asian Century Policy (2010–2013).

• Education: PhD in Economics, Australian National University

His research interests focus on public policy, trade, education policy, and strategic Asian engagement. While no recent publications are listed, his career reflects deep engagement with national and international policy frameworks.

No scientific awards or grants are explicitly mentioned in the provided text. His advisory roles in government underscore his influence in shaping national policies, particularly in trade and education sectors.