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Centre for Australia-India Relations
2023 – present
Bilateral centre within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade that funds and leads engagement between Australia and India in business, policy, education and culture.
How it came into existence
Established in 2023 within the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, following a 2022 government commitment, taking over and expanding the role of the Australia-India Council.
- Bilateral grants and exchange programs with India
Main functions
- Grants for Australia-India engagement
- Business and policy dialogue
- Engagement with the Indian-Australian diaspora
- Education, cultural and research links
Where it sits
In the portfolio of Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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Sources
Primary sources
- Australian Government Organisations Register (Department of Finance, data.gov.au) (listed from 30 September 2023 to the latest release (30 June 2026))
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