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A leading think tank focused on Indo-Pacific strategy. We strengthen connections, educate and empower our community to understand the issues facing our region. https://perthusasia.edu.au/
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🇮🇳 Day 2 | First Nations Business Mission to India

A day of insights and industry engagement in Mumbai — from a briefing with Consul-General Paul Murphy on India’s business landscape, to meetings with the Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce and TATA Power Renewable Energy.
The First Nations Business Mission has arrived in India!

After an evening exploring Mumbai’s vibrant streets, our delegation is ready to begin a week of connection-building and collaboration with India’s #mining and #METS sectors.

📍Mumbai, India

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A great conversation with Professor Jennifer Westacott AC on how WA can play a bigger role in Australia–Indonesia trade and investment.

Thanks to all who joined us at UWA!

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#PerthUSAsiaCentre #AustraliaIndonesia #SoutheastAsia
🌏 This week in the Indo-Pacific:

🔹 Australia and India deepen defence industry ties through new strategic agreements.
🔹 The Philippines faces twin natural disasters amid ongoing political unrest.

Stay up to date with the shifts shaping our region.
👉 Subscribe to our newsletter: bit.ly/PUSACnews
On 7 Oct, we hosted a delegation with AJBCC’s Defence, Security & Space Committee for a special forum & site visit at the Australian Marine Complex. The AMC is central to 🇦🇺–🇯🇵 defence cooperation & our shared future under #AUKUS.

📸 View the photos: bit.ly/46Kysr1
🔎 What makes infrastructure “critical”?

Our latest explainer unpacks:
✔️ What qualifies as “critical” infrastructure
✔️ Why safeguarding it is a growing priority for governments and businesses
✔️ What common threats to critical infrastructure are

Read the full explainer: bit.ly/42v6zkk
As the AJBCC meeting takes place this week, our CEO Prof @lgflake.bsky.social highlights why Japan is central to WA’s future in energy & innovation - from clean hydrogen to critical minerals.

🔗 Read the article: thewest.com.au/opinion/gord...
🌏 4 Strategic Developments in the Indo-Pacific

🔹 Maldives passes media control bill
🔹 N. Korea signals openness to nuclear talks
🔹 Duterte charged with crimes against humanity
🔹 Myanmar & Russia deepen space ties

👉 Subscribe to our newsletter for more Indo-Pacific updates: bit.ly/PUSACnews
We’re hosting Professor Jennifer Westacott AC on strengthening Australia-Indonesia trade and investment ties as Indonesia heads toward becoming the world’s 5th largest economy by 2045.

👉 Register to attend: bit.ly/46Xu9st
🖥️Can't attend in person? Join via livestream: bit.ly/46tHPv7
🚨 New analysis brief

Safeguarding research institutions from espionage and interference is vital for Australia and its allies. Dr Brendan Walker-Munro outlines how to strengthen national research security across the region.

🔗 Read the brief: perthusasia.edu.au/research-and...
🎥 Watch our #IndoPacificWatch

The Jakarta-Bandung high-speed train, a flagship project under China's Belt and Road Initiative, faces mounting financial and operational issues.

Stay up to date with the latest shifts shaping our region.
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How should 🇦🇺 businesses navigate US trade in an era of uncertainty?

At our briefing with Steven Marshall, President of the American Australian Association, we explored opportunities across critical minerals, defence, AI, cyber & space.

🔗 perthusasia.edu.au/events/in-an...
🌏 Indo-Pacific Watch:
🔹 Deadly protests in Nepal highlight youth unrest
🔹 Japan’s PM resigns under political pressure
🔹 Indonesia & China sign US$1.42B nickel deal

Stay across the region’s shifting dynamics 👉 bit.ly/PUSACnews

#IndoPacific #Geopolitics #Asia
Africa’s strategic importance is rising. As UN General Assembly meets & Australia eyes a UN Security Council seat in 2029-30, deeper engagement is vital.

Dr Kate O’Shaughnessy explains why ⬇

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#Africa #Australia #UNGA
South Korea’s culture, business & democracy are global powerhouses - and vital to Australia’s future. Our new online masterclass explains why.

👉 Join now: perthusasia.edu.au/education/in...

#Australia #SouthKorea #IndoPacific
We are seeking an experienced leader to drive our communications and brand strategy.

🔹 Shape and deliver integrated marketing and communications strategies
🔹Lead the Centre’s brand presence across Australia and the Indo-Pacific

🔗 Apply now external.jobs.uwa.edu.au/en/job/52117...
🌏 4 Indo-Pacific developments this week:

🔹 Xi hosts Putin & Modi at SCO
🔹 Beijing slams Taiwan FM in Manila
🔹 AUS–PH hold largest-ever joint drill
🔹 Chinese national jailed in US for N.K. arms

For more Indo-Pacific updates,
subscribe to our newsletter: bit.ly/PUSACnews

#IndoPacific #Geopolitics
On 1 Sept, we welcomed Arizona Rep. Justin Wilmeth and colleagues to Perth during the Critical Minerals Summit, discussing collaboration on sustainable and resilient supply chains.
🎓 New Masterclass now live!

The Australia–South Korea Relationship
6 hours • Online • Self-paced • $250 + GST

Gain insights into Korea’s global perspective and its strategic ties with Australia.

👉 Enrol anytime: perthusasia.edu.au/education/in...

#AustraliaKorea #IndoPacific
On 29 Aug, we welcomed 🇮🇳 H.E. Philip Green OAM, Australian High Commissioner to India, for a roundtable on the future of Australia-India ties.

From trade to defence, both nations are shaping a shared future in the Indo-Pacific. 🌏

View the photographs: bit.ly/47BXtWr

#AustraliaIndiaRelations
China’s surveillance exports are reshaping security across the Indo-Pacific - undermining freedoms and empowering authoritarianism. Our former research intern, Hugo Welborn, examines the risks and why Australia must offer rights-respecting alternatives.

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Thailand is suing Cambodia over the recent escalation of a long-standing border dispute, as mutual accusations and political deadlock threaten to derail peace efforts.

📩 For more strategic developments in the region, sign up for our newsletter: bit.ly/PUSACnews
This week’s Indo-Pacific Watch looks at:
🤖 Malaysia hosting ASEAN’s first AI Summit
🤝 South Korea & Vietnam deepening trade & tech ties
🌊 Monsoon floods across South Asia displacing thousands

Innovation and resilience sit side by side with the climate crisis.

🔗 Subscribe for more: bit.ly/PUSACnews
Our Visiting Fellow Jenny Winata joined Dr Lisa Cluett & Dr Kate O’Shaughnessy in Port Hedland - one of the world’s busiest ports. From iron ore & salt industries to Aboriginal art, the visit highlighted how the Pilbara drives Australia’s economy. 🌏⚒️
Visiting Fellow Jenny Winata met with Robbie Gaspar (President of the Indonesia Institute) to discuss #SportsDiplomacy and Australia–Indonesia ties. She capped off the week at the Dockers vs Lions AFL match: “Proudly purpled — the team lost, but my heart is full.” ⚽💜🇦🇺🇮🇩