Business and Industry Development

Background

In February 2007, the Australian Capital Territory Chief Minister, Mr Jon Stanhope MLA led the first ACT Government trade delegation to India with the aim of encouraging direct trade and investment links between businesses in the ACT and India.

During the delegation, several of the Indian organisations visited expressed a strong desire for a return visit to the ACT, to see first hand the opportunities in Canberra and Australia and to further build relationships and business ties. To bring this interest together, the ACT Government conceived the India in Focus business and cultural event which took place over the 22nd and 23rd of October 2007.

Review of Event

The India in Focus event comprised a number of information sessions, networking events and a Major Projects Symposium.

The following is an overview of the information sessions and activities held during the two days:

At the conclusion of Day 1, sponsors, special guests and international dignitaries attended an exclusive VIP Cocktail Party at the Boat House Restaurant, on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin.

The event culminated in a gala dinner to launch Diwali (the Indian Festival of Lights) which included a spectacular fireworks display.

Event Sponsors

Note: The ACT India in Focus event is an initiative supported by the Australian Trade Commission as part of the Utsav events in India and Australia: Utsav Australia

For further information and assistance contact:

Business and Industry Development
Postal Address	GPO Box 158 Canberra ACT 2601
Phone (Business Hours)	(02) 6207 8864
Email	Business and Industry Development