India is more than just a low-cost alternative for Australian technology companies looking to outsource. Indian expertise, rather than economics, is generating rewarding returns on investment, writes Ian Birks of the Australian Information Industry Association.
Australia produces 3% of the world’s research papers with just 0.3% of the world’s population. This is a source of great pride, but it still means 97% of the world’s papers are produced elsewhere.
Matt Hingerty, Managing Director, Australian Tourism Export Council
Uncertain global economic conditions and increasing competition from other destinations have brought challenging times to Australia’s tourism industry. India, however, is one source of visitors that continues to deliver significant growth, writes Matt Hingerty of the Australian Tourism Export Council.
For decades Australia has been a favourite destination of [...]
India’s rapid growth and increasingly outward-looking economy are opening up opportunities for Australian companies in virtually every sector. Both governments identify a number of industry sectors, including mining and resources, infrastructure, energy, information and communications technology, services, agriculture, education and biotechnology. Small to mediumsized enterprises are also making their mark, in areas from legal services, water and environment management services, tourism, food and wine.
I congratulate the Australia India Business Council (AIBC) on the second edition of the Australia India Business publication.
Australia-India relations are on a firm footing. Trade and commerce, education, tourism and people-topeople contacts have increased, with further growth expected in the coming years.
