The event gathered around 60 attendees, including notable figures such as State Labor MPs Kate Theophanous and Iwan Walters, representatives from the US Embassy, and officials from the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Ray Lu, Director General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office Melbourne, delivered remarks underscoring Taiwan’s commitment to international collaboration.

Co-hosted by the Australia-Taiwan Club (ATC) and Confederation of Asia Pacific Chambers of Commerce and Industry (CACCI) the event was held at the elegant Collins Street offices of Cornwalls law firm. CACCI President Peter McMullin AM who is also Special Counsel at Cornwalls, played a key role in the proceedings. The Chair of ATC, Luke Donnellan also delivered the welcome remarks.

The evening was expertly coordinated by ATBC CEO Ching-Mei Maddock, with Vice Chairs Rowan Callick and Eliza Chui serving as the event’s master of ceremonies and closing speaker, respectively. The session provided valuable networking opportunities and reinforced the growing momentum for collaboration between Australia and Taiwan across various sectors.