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Australia-European Union Framework Agreement

enters into force

The Framework Agreement between the European Union (EU) and Australia was signed by then High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission, Federica Mogherini, and former Australian Minister for Foreign Affairs, Julie Bishop, at Manila, the Philippines, on 7 August 2017.

Following ratification by Australia, the EU and all EU member states,

the Agreement entered into force on 21 October 2022

Latest Initiatives

ABIE submission on the Australian National and State Border Controls related to COVID 19 and the Way Forward, which will be submitted to:

Prime Minister and Opposition Leader of Australia
Foreign Minister and Shadow Foreign Minister of Australia
Australian Department of Home Affairs
Trade Minister and Shadow Trade Minister (tbc)
Premiers of States and Chief Ministers of Territories, plus Opposition Leaders

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 Past Events

On the occasion of 50 years of diplomatic relations Bulgaria and Australia, the Bulgarian-Australian Business Council (BABC) gathered in Sofia diplomats and companies that develop the relations between the two countries. The event was attended by members of the council, business representatives, line ministries and directorates, as well as representatives of other chambers in Bulgaria.

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ABIEs - Meeting of Heads took place at the Australian Embassy in Paris on the 4th and 5th of November, reuniting ABIE leaders across Europe to explore the best strategies to better help Australian businesses thrive throughout Europe and beyond.

Australian Trade and Investment Commission General Manager for Europe, UK and Israel, Jennifer Mackinlay joined the Australian Business in Europe (ABIE) network to discuss how they are supporting European investors to tap into Australia’s booming sectors - like advanced tech and space – and help connect Australian exporters to new partners in Europe.

Congratulations Veronica Comyn for this well-deserved recognition!

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Bulgarian Business delegation to Australia

A business delegation composed of business delegates from across Bulgaria will visit Australia in February 2023 to explore trade, tourism, and investment opportunities and other areas of collaboration with key government agencies, business organizations and private sector representatives.

Bulgarian business leaders are invited to express an interest in joining this delegation

Please contact us before 1st of January 2023

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During week 25th 2022 BABC has the privilege to join the Australian delegation in Ireland.

The delegation was kindly hosted by Barry Corr, CEO and PJ Byrne QFA, IOD

and the President of the Irish Australian Chamber of Commerce.

Big thank you to the Irish Australian Chamber of Commerce for an inspiring and informative group of speakers and delegates.

Australian health technology company ANDHealth has a delegation in Ireland at present seeking investment opportunities.

We enjoyed a fabulous dinner at Leinster House, hosted by Aidan Davitt with a great cameo from Senator Mark Daly.

Heading north from Dublin, we were delighted to stop off with Shane McCarthy and the team from Two Stacks Whiskey.

Our delegation pay a visit to amazing Catalyst, where Elaine Smyth showed us around and shared their story. We were privileged to see the young people involved in the Generation Innovation program enjoy the celebration of their completing the program, which underpins the development of the next generation of tech entrepreneurs and innovators.

We visit Parliament Buildings for a reception with incoming First Minister Michelle O'Neill, who briefed us on the vision for a confident and outward looking economy. We were also able to spend time in a round table discussion with Jayne Brady, Tom Reid and Aodhán Connolly at Stormont Castle.

Thursday evening when our delegation to join with local members and guests at the historic Abbey Lea Lodge in Killiney, official residence of the Australian Ambassador. A wonderful evening of casual networking in a remarkable setting.