Australia

Australia ranks #14 globally for innovation and offers a 43.5% R&D tax incentive for companies with turnover under AUD $20 million. Its Founder Visa and Global Talent Visa attract international entrepreneurs, while the thriving Sydney and Melbourne startup ecosystems have produced unicorns including Canva ($26B), Afterpay (acquired by Block for $29B), and Atlassian ($50B+ market cap). Proximity to the fast-growing Asia Pacific market is a strategic advantage.