30 Sep 2022
ACCI briefs the Thailand-Australia Bilateral Dialogue
Last week ACCI Head of Trade and International Affairs Chris Barnes joined the Australian delegation to the Thailand-Australia Bilateral Dialogue in Canberra.
The dialogue brought together distinguished and emerging leaders to support the strengthening bilateral relations. Chris participated in a session on expanding economic linkages, especially identifying greater business opportunities.
Chris also received a briefing on the forthcoming APEC Business Summit from Thai Chamber of Commerce and Thai Board of Trade Vice President Phairush Burapachaisri.
Register today: CCIQ promoting trade opportunities in India
The Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland, in partnership with Trade and Investment Queensland, is hosting an important and timely event on the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement in Brisbane on 13 October.
Event date: Thursday, 13 October 2022
Time: 5:30pm onwards
Venue: The Map Room, Treasury Casino & Hotel Brisbane
Address: 130 William St, Brisbane City. QLD 4000
Drinks and canapes included
For more information and to register, click here.
CCIQ members are eligible for a special member price – contact CCIQ directly for further details.
B20 in Indonesia – IABC assisting with Australian registrations
B20 will take place from 13-14 November 2022 in Bali.
This year’s B20 Summit embraces the theme of “Advancing Innovative, Inclusive and Collaborative Growth” and is in support of the G20 theme, “Recover Together, Recover Stronger”.
For an updated program of B20 events, click here.
Registrations for in-person attendance are limited. In support of B20, the Indonesia Australia Business Council has offered assistance in securing registration approval for chamber members. To register your interest with the Indonesia Australia Business Council, click here.
Indonesia Australia Business Council in Darwin in November
The IABC’s 2022 National Conference will be held in Darwin on 2-4 November. This year’s theme is “Partnering for Growth – Stronger, Together”, with a focus on building trade and investment partnerships across priority industry sectors.
For more information and to register, click here.
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