Australia China Business Council
The Australia China Business Council (ACBC) was formed in 1973 shortly after the re-establishment of diplomatic ties between Australia and China.[1]
| Abbreviation | ACBC |
|---|---|
| Formation | 1973 |
| Type | Non Governmental Organisation |
| Headquarters | Melbourne |
| Board Members Sean Keenihan, Tim Hogan-Doran, Dr Craig Emerson, Daryl Guppy, Ken Smith, Adam Handley, James Young, Laurie Smith, Jingmin Qian, Ben Foskett, Lili Pan | |
Key people | John Brumby (Chairman) Helen Sawczak(Chief Executive) |
Staff | 30 - 50 |
| Website | www.acbc.com.au |
The Australia China Business Council's primary focus is to promote two way investment and trade between Australia and China and is the leading business organization between the two countries. The Council undertakes various thought leadership activities and lobbying of stakeholders.
The presiding President of the Australia China Business Council is John Brumby, the former Premier of Victoria. The current Chief Executive Officer is Helen Sawczak.[2] Craig Emerson former Minister for Trade is President of the Australia China Business Council NSW
The Australia China Business Council, has representative offices in every state and territory in Australia.[1] In China, the Australia China Business Council works with the Australia Chambers of Commerce to deliver services to its members.
Events
The Australia China Business Council holds regular events around Australia and in China, including hosting of Chinese delegations to Australia, seminars, networking events and business seminars. ACBC has a number of notable annual events:
- Canberra Networking Day [3]
- Chinese New Year Celebrations
See also
References
- "The Australia China Business Council". www.acbc.com.au. Retrieved 21 November 2017.
- "Ex-ANZ exec to head China business lobby". The Sydney Morning Herald. Retrieved 21 November 2017.
- "Canberra Networking Day". ACBC 2017 Canberra Networking Day. Retrieved 21 November 2017.