Asialink

Asialink Asialink is Australia’s leading centre for creative engagement with Asia.

We work with business, government, philanthropic and cultural partners to initiate and strengthen Australia-Asia engagement on all levels and across all sectors. Asialink was founded in 1990 with the support of The Myer Foundation and The University of Melbourne . We established a Sydney office in 2013 and our Asialink Leaders Program runs each year in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Our business

capability division – Asialink Business – works with assistance from the Commonwealth Department of Industry and the Australian business community to equip Australia’s workforce to engage successfully with the Asian region. Our sister organisation, the Asia Education Foundation, is Australia's leading organisation dedicated to advocating and supporting the study of Asia and Asian languages in primary and secondary schools. Purpose

Asialink works to build an Asia-capable, deeply Asia-engaged Australia through thought leadership and innovative programs that build knowledge, skills and partnerships. Reach

Asialink delivers high-level forums, international collaborations, leadership training, education and cultural exchange programs in Australia and Asia.

Since 2019, the Asian Australian Leadership Awards have been spotlighting and celebrating Asian Australian excellence. N...
23/06/2026

Since 2019, the Asian Australian Leadership Awards have been spotlighting and celebrating Asian Australian excellence. Nominations for the 2026 Awards are now open!

Nominate yourself, a colleague or friend making an impact!

You'll be in good company - past winners include Dr Sonu Bhaskar, Alex Lee, Charlotte Young, Eddie Woo, Usman Khawaja, Dr Muneera Bano and more!

🟣 Nominate here: https://www.asianaustralianleadership.com.au

Congratulations to Sid Myer AO on this well deserved recognition!The Myer Foundation was a founding partner of Asialink ...
09/06/2026

Congratulations to Sid Myer AO on this well deserved recognition!

The Myer Foundation was a founding partner of Asialink when it was established in 1989. Sid’s vision and leadership has shaped Asialink and our impact in the years since, in his roles as Chair of Asialink, inaugural Chair of Asialink Business and Patron.

Sid’s commitment to Australia’s engagement with Asia has opened doors and created opportunities for Australian artists and business leaders across the region for decades.

We look forward to continuing to work alongside Sid on our mission to create a better future with Asia!

oin us for a special conversation with John Young AM, artist and leading voice in contemporary art and dialogue across c...
04/06/2026

oin us for a special conversation with John Young AM, artist and leading voice in contemporary art and dialogue across cultures at ARC ONE Gallery during John's latest exhibition 'A Changing Sky'.

John's engagement with Asia began in the 1990s, participating in cultural exchange initiated by Australian cultural institutions, including Asialink, across Southeast and Northeast Asia before such work was widely recognised as a tool of cultural diplomacy.

Rachel and John will explore the role of artistic practice in opening new ways of seeing Asian-Australian visual cultural development, and the long‑term work of building spaces for inter-cultural dialogue, reflection and exchange.

Space is limited, RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/asialink-in-conversation-with-john-young-am-tickets-1990370513786?aff=oddtdtcreator

Introducing the judging panel for the 2026 Asian Australian Leadership Awards! 🟣 Rachel Thompson, CEO, Asialink🟣 Dr Sonu...
01/06/2026

Introducing the judging panel for the 2026 Asian Australian Leadership Awards!

🟣 Rachel Thompson, CEO, Asialink
🟣 Dr Sonu Bhaskar, 2025 Asian Australian Leadership Awards Overall Winner
🟣 Gitanjali Bhalla, Chief People Officer, Seven Group Holdings
🟣 Jane Kuang, VP Operations, BHP
🟣 Christine Holman, Non-Executive Director, AGL & Football Australia
🟣 Tim Fung, CEO & Founder, Airtasker
🟣 Lynnette Sarno, Global CPO, Macquarie Group
🟣 Sanjeev Gandhi (BE Chemical, MBA), CEO, Orica
🟣 Sung Ho Lee, Partner, Johnson Partners

Presented by Asialink and Johnson Partners, the Awards are an important platform for spotlighting and celebrating the next generation of Asian Australians shaping Australia’s future.

Nominations open on Monday 22 June, with winners announced at a Gala Dinner in Sydney on Thursday 12 November 2026 – save the date, tickets will be on sale soon!

Ever wondered what diplomacy and leadership look like when stakes are high in moments of crisis? Then this is a conversa...
22/04/2026

Ever wondered what diplomacy and leadership look like when stakes are high in moments of crisis? Then this is a conversation you won't want to miss!

Join us for a special evening featuring Asialink CEO Rachel Thompson in conversation with Martine Letts - influential leader, experienced CEO and former Australian Diplomat.

Martine and Rachel will explore diplomacy and leadership when they matter most, from moments of crisis and high‑stakes negotiation to the long‑term work of building trust and strong relationships.

Drawing on decades of leadership experience, Martine will share her reflections on pivotal moments in her career, and Australia's history, including leading the Australian Red Cross through the Tampa crisis and the Bali bombings, and more.

Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/asialink-in-conversation-with-martine-letts-tickets-1987968124174

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Level Four, Sidney Myer Asia Centre, Swanston Street
Melbourne, VIC
3010

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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