Victoria premier’s keynotes, AIBC Gala celebrate Australia-India ties

Melbourne, August 8 (Australia India News Newsdesk)

The Australia India Business Council (AIBC) Victoria Chapter held its Annual Oration and Gala Dinner on August 5, 2024, with premier of Victoria, Hon. Jacinta Allan, as the keynote speaker. The event, featuring ceremonial lamp lighting, was a celebration of the growing Australia-India relationship, highlighted by speeches from India's High Commissioner to Australia, Gopal Baglay, and Melbourne's Lord Mayor, Nick Reece.

The evening included a Q&A session with Cricket Australia CEO Nick Hockley, classical dance performances, and a display of two World Cup trophies. Premier Allan announced her upcoming visit to India in September, underscoring the deepening bilateral ties. The event was a success, drawing attendees from government, media, business, and academia, and emphasized the importance of cultural and business connections between the two nations.