The Australian High Commission in Delhi hosted a special welcome event for Jacinta Allan, Premier of Victoria, to celebrate the significant contributions of women in the Australia-India economic relationship.
Premier Allan addressed the gathering, sharing her aspirations for the partnership between the two countries, her women’s agenda, and the ongoing work of Global Victoria in India.
The event was organised by the Australia-India Women’s Leadership Forum (AIWLF), which was established through a collaboration between the Business Council of Australia (BCA) and the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
AIWLF brings together influential women leaders to strengthen the economic ties between Australia and India.
Jodi McKay, Director of the Australia-India CEO Forum and National Chair of the Australia India Business Council, added an enthusiastic note to the occasion, stating:
“Our startup has begun! We are new to the Australia-India relationship, and we’re new to LinkedIn. Watch us rise!”
Viji Murugesan, the Indian Chair of AIWLF, opened the event, followed by a discussion where Australian Chair Ravneet Pawha, VP (Global Engagement) & CEO (South Asia) at Deakin University and National Vice-Chair of Australia India Business Council, interviewed Premier Allan.
Their conversation focused on Victoria’s strategic engagement with India and explored ways to promote and elevate the profile of women in the Australia-India business corridor.
Ravneet Pawha observed Son LinkedIn that Premier Allan’s “insights into inclusive leadership and the pivotal role of women in driving societal progress were both enlightening and actionable.”
“She highlighted that Victoria stands for Australia’s future, while India leads the world—a vision that resonated with everyone in the room.”
Acknowledging the work of the BCA and CII in launching the AIWLF, Premier Allan commended the platform for empowering women in Australian and Indian companies that are key to the bilateral relationship.
The Business Council of Australia (BCA) represents the country’s largest employers, advocating for policies that benefit both the business community and their employees. Meanwhile, CII International acts as a catalyst, connecting global stakeholders and promoting India as a reliable partner for bilateral growth.
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