Tim Watts

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Special Envoy for Indian Ocean Affairs at Australian Government

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Overview

Tim Watts is Australias Special Envoy for Indian Ocean Affairs and a Federal MP with deep expertise at the intersection of government, technology, and international relations. A former Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs and tech sector manager, he holds masters degrees from Monash University and the London School of Economics.

Outside of parliament, Tim is an author who has published two books focusing on Australias future and its evolving multicultural identity. He lives in Footscray with his wife and two children and is a passionate supporter of the Western Bulldogs AFL team, his local club.

Unique fact: Tims family history in Australia dates back to the 1840s, and his great-great-great-grandfather was a member of Queenslands first parliament.

Personality Overview

Cautious & Analytical

Systematic

Price-Sensitive

They prefer to do thorough analysis of any situation.  While they don't hesitate to ask questions, they are generally risk-averse and tend to be late adopters. They generally do not appreciate an overfriendly approach and prefer to stay to-the-point.

Topics They Care About

Australia-Asia Relations
He is a strong advocate for deeper engagement with Asia, particularly Indonesia, and is involved in a parliamentary inquiry into building Australia's 'Asia Capability'.
Technology Policy
Has a background in the tech sector with Telstra and served as Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications and Cyber Security, focusing on major national technology issues.
National Identity
Authored the book "The Golden Country: Australia's Changing Identity," which explores the nation's modern, multicultural character and its strategic advantages.

Media Appearances

The Hon Tim Watts MP | Special Envoy for Indian Ocean Affairs. Featured in Australian Government (DFAT)

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Indian Ocean Roundtable remarks, Perth USAsia Centre. Featured in Australian Government (DFAT)

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Australian Government Closing Address: Tim Watts. Featured in YouTube

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Work History

5-2025
Special Envoy for Indian Ocean Affairs at Australian Government
6-2022 - 5-2025
Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs at Australian Government
7-2019 - 6-2022
Shadow Assistant Minister for Communications and Cyber Security at Australian Parliament
9-2013
Member of Parliament at Member of the House of Representatives (Australia)
4-2013 - 9-2013
Candidate for Gellibrand at Australian Labor Party

Education

2017 - 2017
Asialink Leaders Program from Asialink Business
2017 - 2017
Executive Education from Harvard University

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Insights For Selling To Tim

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Share as much information as possible regarding your product
  • Emphasise more on facts and measurable benefits
  • Tell them that you will come back if you don’t have a good answer for a question

DONT's

  • Don’t overhype the product/pitch, keep it measured
  • Avoid rushing them, be polite and patient
  • Don’t try to be too friendly or informal with them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Tim is

  • Confidence that the product provides ROI, effective pricing and process adherence matter the most to them.

  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Tim

  • It doesn’t come naturally to them but they can say no if they are not convinced.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Tim move?

  • They can move at a reasonable pace while making their decisions if they have the necessary information.

  • Can Tim take some risk or not?

  • They can take some risk if they are confident that they have analyzed the circumstances well.


You And Tim

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