The government of Australia has announced plans to fast-track AUD 2.6 billion (US$ 1.77 billion) of infrastructure projects to boost the economy. The projects will cover the sectors of road, railway among others. Earlier in April 2019, the government announced to spend AUD 100 billion (US$ 68.08 billion) on transportation infrastructure in the next 10 years, the plan is expected to outlay in the next four years.
The government also announced tax concessions to foreign investors if they invest more than AUD 500 million (US$ 340.42 million) in the infrastructure projects in Australia.