For immediate release. - 30 September, 2008

The Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA) is a proposed plurilateral agreement currently being negotiated behind a veil of secrecy, between the United States, the European Union, Japan, Switzerland, South Korea, Mexico, Canada, New Zealand and Australia.

Whilst there is limited information available on the inaccurately named agreement itself, what has been made available, suggests that its intention and potential consequences contradict essential freedoms the national Pirate Parties all seek to realise and uphold.

The Pirate Party Australia is currently forming, and is seeking help from those interested in the development of free culture, open government and liberty. If you think you might be able to contribute, or are just interested, please contact enquiries@ppau.info or visit the forum here, or have a look at our wiki.