About AIBC
About AIBC
The Australia India Business Council (AIBC) is the leading business council promoting trade and investment between Australia and India. Established in 1986, AIBC has chapters across six Australian state capitals and a presence in India.
Our Role
AIBC supports the Australia–India business corridor through policy engagement and advocacy. The Council raises awareness of trade and investment opportunities and facilitates business-to-business connections to drive commercial outcomes.
Our Engagement
AIBC is a membership-driven, not-for-profit organisation representing leading organisations across business, industry and academia. It works closely with Federal and State governments in Australia and India, as well as industry bodies, diaspora, academia, and the community and media. AIBC also engages with partners and stakeholders in India to support trade, investment and bilateral business collaboration.
The Australia India Business Council (AIBC) is the leading business council, dedicated to promoting the bilateral trade and investment relationship between Australia and India.
AIBC was established in 1986 by the governments of Australia and India. It now has chapters in six Australian state capitals and a presence in India. AIBC helps shape policy and advocacy to promote the bilateral business corridor, raising awareness about Australia-India trade and investment and facilitating business to business outcomes.
As a membership-driven, not-for-profit organisation, AIBC’s members and partners include some of the most respected names in business, industry and academia. AIBC works closely with the Federal and State governments in Australia and India, as well as with industry bodies, diaspora, academia, and the community and media.
Timeline
1986
Established by Prime Ministers Bob Hawke and Rajiv Gandhi to strengthen Australia–India trade and investment relations.
1990
Expanded nationally with chapters across all states, strengthening AIBC’s business network.
1995
Launched its formal membership platform, bringing together leading businesses, professionals and industry leaders.
2000
Strengthened its presence in India to support cross-border trade, investment and strategic partnerships.
2005
Introduced industry chapters to deepen collaboration across trade, education, technology, resources and professional services.
2015
Embraced digital transformation through online engagement, virtual events and broader member connectivity.
2026
Celebrating 40 years as Australia’s leading business bridge advancing the Australia–India corridor.
National Board
National Chair
National Vice-Chair
National Treasurer
Company Secretary
President,
Queensland
President,
Victoria
President,
Western Australia
President,
Southern Australia
President,
Australian Capital Territory
National Task Force
National Team
Khushi Khanna
Admin and Marketing Assistant
Elle Martin
Office Manager