Foreign Influence Transparency Scheme Act 2018
In plain English
This Act requires entities engaging in foreign influence activities to register and report their activities.
The Foreign Influence Transparency Scheme Act 2018 regulates entities acting on behalf of foreign governments, organisations, or principals. It requires registration and reporting of activities. This includes political advocacy, lobbying, and public relations. The Act aims to increase transparency. It applies to entities engaging in these activities. The Act commenced in 2019.
Why it matters
If your business engages in activities like lobbying or public relations on behalf of a foreign entity, you must register. Failure to do so could impact your business operations and reputation. Understand your obligations to maintain compliance.
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Summary
Federal regime requiring registration of persons undertaking registrable activities on behalf of foreign principals.
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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2018A00063/latest. Rules Mate summarises and links; we don't republish full statutory text. Always verify against the live source before acting.