The Australian Government launched its Update to the India Economic Strategy to 2035 at an event hosted by the Australia India Institute this week. The five-year plan is designed to 'deliver fresh vigour and focus' to Australia and India's economic ties. ARCH-India is among a range of initiatives designed to boost bilateral research cooperation.
Research collaboration highlights:
- The Australia-India Research Student Fellowship pilot program (more on this below) and the ARCH–India will continue to strengthen bilateral research collaboration and showcase the research excellence of both countries.
- An India-Australia Critical Minerals Research partnership and an Australia-India Critical Minerals Investment partnership will strengthen supply chains, add value to Australian exports, and work with India to commercialise technology.
- Ongoing funding for the Australia-India Strategic Research Fund will ensure a dedicated stream of research with India, supporting a science and innovation relationship that drives growth and increases productivity.
The Australia’s Indian Diaspora, a national asset report – which highlights the contribution Australia’s Indian diaspora communities are making to Australian society – was also released during the event.
ARCH-India and its objective to break down barriers to bilateral research collaboration is featured as a case study in the first-of-its kind report. The case study also highlights the Australia India Institute's Strengthening Australia-India Research Collaboration and Engagement: Case Studies and Good Practices report. This report demonstrates the leading role Indian diaspora researchers and academics have played in fostering joint research between Australia and India, including the way they use their networks to advance research collaboration.
