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New year, new quota! Did you know that each year Australian #almonds exported to #India have a 50% tariff reduction within a quota of 34,000 tonnes per year? As Indian demand for almonds continue to grow, importers and retailers are constantly seeking high quality, reliable supply, and profitable sources. Australian almonds offer premium quality, #sustainable practices, and business advantages. Now, with reduced tariffs, thanks to #AIECTA, they are widely and consistently available. Packed with Vitamin E, fibre, proteins, and healthy fats, almonds are now being incorporated by chefs, hoteliers, restaurants, and hotels into their menus. Australian almonds, grown in pristine conditions and cutting-edge farming techniques, have exceptional flavour and texture. This consistent, chemical-free quality makes it an excellent addition in any meal or menu. Along with a long shelf life, Australian almonds enjoy the deep investments our industry has made in efficient logistics and advanced storage practices. This means Australian almonds can be a perfect all-year, versatile, sustainable recommendation for the health-conscious customer. To know more, reach out to: William Theodare Immanuel #AustralianAlmonds #trade #investment #HealthySnacking Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Pramodh Lakshminarayan | Anupam Dhar | Sameeksha Jadhav | Harsh Mohan Puri | Bhavin Kadakia |Varun Kukreti | Shruty Saini | Dr. Asha S. | Jay Meek | Daniel Boyer | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Priya Pankaj

When it comes to cricket bats and balls, Kookaburra Sport is a true Aussie icon. 🏏 The family-owned business has been making sporting equipment for more than 130 years. Its Kookaburra Turf #cricket ball is still handstitched at its Victorian headquarters.  A decade ago, Kookaburra started manufacturing in #India for the local market. The cricket-loving nation is a growing market for Kookaburra: the company sells up to 30,000 balls and around 10,000 cricket bats a year. And demand is growing fast, with the sport being played at all ages and levels, including among women. Kookaburra is now eyeing markets around the world where cricket is increasingly played, including #Asia and the #MiddleEast. With cricket on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games program, Kookaburra will be hitting sixes well into the future. Find out how Kookaburra is building on its strong innings in India: https://bit.ly/4hbNZCv  #teamkookaburra #SummerOfCricket #AIECTA #trade #investment Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Jay Meek

Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) is excited to bring together leading Australian universities, ed-tech companies, and registered training providers to India from 16 – 21 January 2025. The mission will be anchored at the India Digital Summit 2025 and provide business matching, speaking opportunities and networking with Indian #edtech companies, universities, schools, regulatory bodies and government officials. - University of Melbourne   - UNSW Sydney   - The Business School (TBS)  - ASA Institute of Higher Education   - Auctus Training Institute   - HEX  - Hired1st   - Maxme   - MESHED Group   - WebSchool.au     We strive for partnerships that drive impact, creative innovative solutions for education and #skillsdevelopment, and empower students and educators with tools for a #digital-first future. If you would like to know more or want to engage with us, contact our education experts:  henry.zechariah@austrade.gov.au;  kamal.rabha@austrade.gov.au     Together, let’s shape the future of #education. #EdTechInnovation #AustraliaIndiaPartnership #Austrade Monica Kennedy | Vik Singh | Kavitha Vijeyavelan | Neha Grover | Tanya K. | Ammar Zoeb | Shreya Singh | Liza Powell | Kamal Chakaree Rabha | Henry Sam | Mahnaaz U Khan | Pooja Iyer | Smriti Sharma | SSK Nambiar

🇦🇺🤝🇮🇳 Premium Australian Meat & Lobsters, Now More Accessible Than Ever!   As we celebrate 2 years of #AIECTA, let us pause to consider its progress and benefits, especially in bringing premium Australian lamb, mutton, and fresh rock lobsters, to Indian tables at zero import duty. This underscores the shared commitment between our two countries to foster stronger #trade ties, ensuring high-quality, trusted food options for Indian consumers.   Australian meat and seafood are celebrated worldwide for their exceptional quality, #sustainability, and flavour:   🌱 Ethical & sustainable practices: Australian producers prioritise animal welfare and eco-friendly practices   🥩 Superior taste: Perfectly suited to India’s love for rich, flavourful cuisine, Australian lamb, mutton, and lobsters are tender, juicy, and versatile   🦞 Global quality standards: Sdvanced supply chains, cold storage facilities, and strict quality controls in-line with #FSSAI & global regulations   Whether you're hosting a festive feast, dining at a fine restaurant, or shopping at your local store, enjoying premium Australian meat and seafood has never been easier! 🌟   #AustraliaIndiaECTA #PremiumMeat #AustralianLamb #ZeroDuty #FoodLovers #TradePartnerships Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Munish Sharma | Pramodh Lakshminarayan | Anupam Dhar | Sameeksha Jadhav | Harsh Mohan Puri | Bhavin Kadakia | William Theodare Immanuel | Varun Kukreti | Shruty Saini | Dr. Asha S. | Jay Meek | Daniel Boyer | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Priya Pankaj

🏺 Celebrate the new year with Australian wines!   As we step into 2025, under terms of our Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement premium Australian #wines are now cheaper with a further 5% reduction in import duties.   This opens more opportunities for Indian consumers to experience the richness and diversity of Australia's boutique #wineries. We foresee greater affordability, wider availability, and growing awareness of Australian wines and brands in the market. 🍷✨ For Indian importers, it offers a chance to curate a more diverse portfolio. For Indian retailers, it will attract and delight a sophisticated and evolving customer base. And for consumers, its an invitation to explore the wide variety of premium wines.   As we look ahead, the growing presence of Australian wine in #India symbolises more than just #trade – it is a cultural exchange, an appreciation for excellence between our two vibrant countries. There’s no better way to celebrate than by sharing the joy of #Aussie wines at your table.   Here’s to creating further opportunities, sharing new experiences, and celebrating the new year – together! 🥂   #AustralianWines #AustraliaIndia #WinesOfAustralia #CheersToGrowth Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Munish Sharma | Pramodh Lakshminarayan | Anupam Dhar | Sameeksha Jadhav | Harsh Mohan Puri | Bhavin Kadakia | William Theodare Immanuel | Varun Kukreti | Shruty Saini | Dr. Asha S. | Jay Meek | Daniel Boyer | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Priya Pankaj

Celebrating the second anniversary of the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI ECTA). 🎉 🥂 Australia, as the world’s largest producer of #lithium, is well-positioned to supply #India with essential #resources needed for #EV battery production. #AIECTA plays a key role in strengthening supply chain resilience and #trade diversification and address supply chain risks. It enables the transformation for both economies, providing India with the resources to achieve its EV manufacturing ambitions while enabling #Australia to diversify its mineral export markets. For more information on #AIECTA, click here: https://bit.ly/3ZVZfvL #sustainablemining #mineralresources Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Denise Eaton | Jay Meek | Daniel Boyer | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Ramakrishna Dastrala | Partha Sen | Vinod Kumar N | Trishna Wahengbam | Geeta Patra

Celebrating two years of the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI ECTA). 🎉 🥂 As a priority strategic partner in the Indo-Pacific, and Australia's fifth largest #energy and #resources market, India is a major investor in Australian resources with significant demand for #criticalminerals products and other resources. ♻️🔋 AI-ECTA builds on existing partnerships and #investment streams that exist between the two countries in critical minerals and supports India's ambitious #cleanenergy targets and takes a major role in global advanced manufacturing. For more information on #AIECTA, click here: https://bit.ly/3ZVZfvL #trade #sustainablemining #mineralresources #India #Australia Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Denise Eaton | Jay Meek | Daniel Boyer | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Ramakrishna Dastrala | Partha Sen | Vinod Kumar N | Trishna Wahengbam | Geeta Patra

Australia and India have a natural partnership of shared mutual strategic and economic priorities. 🤝 The AI-ECTA came into force on 29 December 2022 and eliminated tariffs for most #criticalminerals, giving greater access to the world’s leading supplier of critical minerals. 🚜👷🚧🏗️ With India’s increasing demand for critical minerals and Australia’s capacity to meet that need, this partnership is key to securing supply chains for a #cleanenergy future. ♻️ For more information on #AIECTA, click here: https://bit.ly/3ZVZfvL #trade #investment #sustainablemining #rareearthelements #mineralresources Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Denise Eaton | Jay Meek | Daniel BOYER | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade | Ramakrishna Dastrala | Partha Sen | Vinod Kumar N | Trishna Wahengbam | Geeta Patra

Today we celebrate 2 years of the Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement! 🤝 🎉   ECTA has helped secure Australia's foothold in the world's fastest growing large economy and enabled Australian businesses to unlock or expand their operations in a market of nearly one and a half billion people. By the end of 2025 Australian exporters to #India will have saved around $2 billion in tariffs under ECTA. 🌐   India has also benefited from ECTA. In the past five years, India’s global exports have grown by around 37%, while India’s #exports of goods to #Australia have grown by around 66%. 📈   Learn how Australian exporters are taking advantage of ECTA and expanding into the India market: https://bit.ly/40a4E3P #trade #investment #AIECTA Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Vik Singh | Andrew Carter | Mary Overington | Abdul Ekram | Denise Eaton | Jay Meek | Daniel Boyer | Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade) | Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade

Wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday season from all of us at the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade). 🎅🎄🎁 We look forward to working with you and achieving success together in 2025, and beyond. #Christmas# #MerryChristmas Monica Kennedy | John Southwell | Vik Singh | Andrew Carter | Mary Overington | Abdul Ekram | Denise Eaton | Nathan Davis