Australia-India CEO Forum – Secretariat Services
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About this tender
Overview The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), on behalf of the Commonwealth of Australia, is seeking a suitably qualified and experienced service provider to provide secretariat services for the Australia-India CEO Forum. About DFAT manages the Australia-India CEO Forum, the premier high level business forum between Australia and India. It connects the experience and expertise of leading CEOs from Australia and India to grow the bilateral economic relationship. CEO Forum meetings typically coincide with meetings of Australian and Indian Prime Ministers and Trade Ministers. The Forum last convened during Prime Minister Modi's visit to Australia in July 2026. Scope Provision of secretariat services for the Australia-India CEO Forum Enquiries Contact: India Outreach Section Email: India.Outreach@dfat.gov.au
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