Sydney, Australia – October 21, 2024 — The Australia India Business Council (AIBC) is delighted to announce the success of its Annual Australia India Address & Gala Dinner, held on October 17, 2024. With nearly 400 distinguished attendees from across Australia and internationally, the event celebrated the enduring strength of the Australia-India bilateral trade relationship, emphasizing the boundless opportunities for future collaboration between the two nations. The event rightly themed “Future made in Australia, partnering with India” reflected on the stronger role for both nations to partner for global good.
The event featured addresses from esteemed speakers including His Excellency Gopal Baglay, Indian High Commissioner to Australia; Dr. Janakiraman Sarvesvaran, Consul-General of India in Sydney; NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey; Andrew Charlton, Chair of Parliamentary Friends of India, Parliament of Australia; and Swati Dave, Chair of the Centre for Australia-India Relations. Their inspiring words highlighted the strong cultural and economic ties that bind Australia and India, and the shared commitment to deepening these connections.
In his address, High Commissioner Baglay reminded attendees, “This is about people—not just trade numbers.” NSW Treasurer Mookhey emphasized the pivotal role of this partnership in the economic prosperity of both nations, while Andrew Charlton spoke to the shared ambitions of the two democracies, underscoring the importance of working together to unlock future opportunities.
The evening also served as a testament to the power of collaboration, with corporate and government sponsors playing a key role in making the event a success. AIBC extends its heartfelt thanks to Commonwealth Bank of Australia, nib Group, BDO, and government partners The Centre for Australia-India Relations and Investment NSW for their visionary support of the Australia-India trade corridor and the broader ecosystem.
“The Annual Australia India Address isn’t just an event—it’s a milestone in the journey towards stronger bilateral relations, built on successful partnerships to foster across several key industry sectors leveraging the free trade agreement” said Irfan Malik AIBC Associate Chair and NSW President.It’s about creating real connections and turning dialogue to into action. The partnerships forged here tonight will help drive the future of Australia-India relations, fostering growth, prosperity, and a deeper understanding between our nations.”
AIBC invites businesses and individuals interested in the Australia-India trade corridor to join the Council and take part in shaping the future of this dynamic partnership.
For more information about the Australia India Business Council and to learn how you can get involved, visit https://aibc.org.au
