The India-Australia partnership is evolving into a multi-sectoral collaboration focused on democratic values and a shared ambition to lead in the knowledge economy.
A recent New Roadmap for Australia-India Relations emphasizes growth in clean energy, education, agribusiness, and tourism.
Senior leaders from Deakin University highlighted the growing ties between India and Australia, with strategic convergence in various fields.
Bilateral trade between India and Australia has surged to AU$49 billion, with mutual investments exceeding AU$54 billion.
The partnership underscores the importance of education as a catalytic element, with Deakin University leading in future-forward education collaboration.
India's National Education Policy 2020 has facilitated academic collaboration, mutual recognition of qualifications, and foreign campuses in India.
Deakin University's GIFT City campus in Gujarat International Finance Tec-City is a result of NEP's progressive vision.
There is an emphasis on pairing university education with vocational training to provide students with a comprehensive skill set.
Deakin University has invested over AU$50 million in scholarships and partnerships in India over three decades, focusing on educational excellence and innovation.
The university offers an affordable 'two-plus-two' model, allowing students to start studies in India and complete them in Australia.