Applications for the Australian Cultural Diplomacy Grants Program are now open! This program supports initiatives which advance Australia’s creative sector and First Nations identity as a way of reinforcing our reputation as a modern and diverse nation. Apps close 12 Feb.

Congratulations to Victorian Government and mRNA Victoria on the agreement with BioNTech SE to establish a presence in Melbourne!

This will enhance lifesaving solutions for Victorians, Australians and the region. It also enhances the state’s world leading life sciences expertise 🧬🔬

The Australia-ASEAN Council grants round is now open for applications. Further information can be found on the Australia-ASEAN Council website dfat.gov.au/aac/. Applications will close on 17 December 2023.

Thanks Melbourne Symphony Orchestra Indonesian Consulate General in Melbourne for a wonderful afternoon earlier this week celebrating the special relationship between the MSO and the Region of Yogyakarta. It was great to hear the orchestra rehearse and speak with the MSO interns from Yogyakarta 🇦🇺🇮🇩 #culturaldiplomacy

Minister Farrell hosted Japan’s Minister for Economy, Trade & Industry Nishimura for an unprecedented gathering of four Ministers at the annual Ministerial Economic Dialogue.

He also addressed the Australia-Japan Joint Business Conference, celebrating our deep economic ties.

Australia’s #Expo2025 pavilion concept design is inspired by the hues of 🇦🇺’s eucalypts and symbolises 🇦🇺’s vibrancy and diversity.

The structure will re-purpose ♻️ building materials from Tokyo 2020 Olympics #Australianpavilion Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 🇦🇺 Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai Global Victoria

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📣 Interested in shaping Australia’s First Nations Foreign Policy agenda?

The Perth USAsia Centre is looking for a First Nations Foreign Policy Research and Program Officer 👀

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Nominations are now open for the 2023 Australia-Indonesia Institute's Indonesian Studies Awards!

Say thanks to those amazing teachers & researchers in 🇦🇺 who have helped enhance people & cultural ties between 🇦🇺& 🇮🇩 by nominating them for the Awards.

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Privileged to be hosted by Rohini Kappadath at #SutrSantati exhibition Melbourne Museum. Sublime weaving and embroidery skills on display, showcasing India's textile traditions.
Must close this Sunday. Sutr Santati: Then. Now. Next. - Melbourne Museum (museumsvictoria.com.au)

🇦🇺’s Free Trade Agreement with 🇬🇧 is one of our most innovative and ambitious and brings with it a new era in our economic relationship. Trade Minister Don Farrell highlighted the benefits of #AUKFTA at a recent Australia British Chamber of Commerce event➡️trademinister.gov.au/minister/don-f…

DFAT is proud to support the visit of this important delegation and building connections between Australia and Indonesia 🇮🇩
Penny Williams

DFAT’s National Foundation for Australia-China Relations has opened its 2023-24 grants round 🇦🇺🇨🇳 Applications close on 24 September. Visit the Foundation’s website for details: australiachinafoundation.org.au/grants
#australiachinafoundation

The Australia-Korea Foundation 2023-24 grand round is now open 🇦🇺🇰🇷
Applications close on 22 September. See the website for details: dfat.gov.au/people-to-peop…
Australian Embassy Seoul #Australia #Korea #AKF

The Australia-Japan Foundation 2023-24 grant round is now open 🇦🇺🇯🇵
Applications close on 15 September: dfat.gov.au/people-to-peop…
#Australia #Japan #AJF オーストラリア大使館 Australia in Japan

Wow #Matildas - what a game!!! We are so proud 💪💚💛

Bring on the semi finals!
#FIFAWWC

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