The City of Greater Geelong and the Australia India Business Council (AIBC) have signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking a new chapter in advancing bilateral trade and investment between the Geelong region and India.
This agreement establishes a framework for collaboration aimed at fostering economic growth, promoting business engagement, and unlocking new opportunities for enterprises across both regions.
The MOU outlines several joint initiatives, including:
- Information exchange: Regular meetings and missions to share insights on partnership opportunities and priority industry sectors
- Joint activities: Launch of the Geelong India Business Forum, planned for March 2026, to strengthen institutional knowledge and drive business-to-business outcomes
- SME engagement: Identification of trade opportunities between Geelong-based businesses and Indian private-sector enterprises
- Expert facilitation: Support for visiting Indian trade and industry experts to connect with their counterparts in Geelong
- Investment promotion: Strategic showcasing of Geelong in India through trade events and business forums to attract investment
Greater Geelong Mayor Stretch Kontelj OAM:
Geelong is Australia's fastest-growing city, and our future lies in building strong global connections.This MOU with AIBC is a powerful step toward unlocking new trade and investment opportunities with India - one of the world's most dynamic economies.
We are proud to champion Geelong's businesses on the international stage.
AIBC National Chair Deepak-Raj Gupta OAM:
By working closely with the City of Greater Geelong, we aim to create tangible outcomes for businesses, especially SMEs, and foster a vibrant corridor of innovation, investment, and collaboration.This landmark MOU reflects our shared vision to strengthen trade and investment ties between Geelong and India. By bringing together businesses, innovators, and investors, we are unlocking pathways for sustainable growth and deeper collaboration across both regions.
This agreement reinforces Geelong's position as a globally connected city and aligns with AIBC's mission to strengthen Australia–India business relations.
The City and AIBC are confident that this collaboration will pave the way for sustainable growth, innovation, and prosperity.
