RMIT University and Asia Society Australia (ASA) last night announced the second phase of their partnership and launched the renamed RMIT Asia Hub, front door to understanding and engaging with Asia in Melbourne.
RMIT University and Asia Society Australia (ASA) last night announced the second phase of their partnership and launched the renamed RMIT Asia Hub, front door to understanding and engaging with Asia in Melbourne.
RMIT and ASA have forged a strong and successful partnership since 2021 when both institutions signed a strategic collaboration, which included co-locating ASA Australia headquarters and Melbourne office to RMIT.
Looking to the future of this renewed partnership, RMIT University and ASA will work collaboratively through the Asia Hub with a focus on innovative ways to engage with Asia, further deepening Australia business, student and broader community understanding of the region and expanding Australia's Asia Intelligence.
The event was held at the new RMIT Asia Hub, formerly the Asia Trade and Innovation Hub, located at Building 8, 368-374 Swanston Street.
The rebrand reflects the evolving scope of partnered activities offered in the space and now also includes the co-location of the Australian APEC Study Centre, further strengthening the Asia ecosystem at the RMIT Asia Hub and providing a location to welcome inbound delegations. The Hub places Asian Australians at the centre of its programming, connecting directly to industry and leveraging both institution's international networks.
With future partnership and Hub activities including leadership development programs, thought leadership and policy engagement and global student experiences it is an exciting time for both RMIT and ASA.
Professor Alec Cameron, RMIT Vice-Chancellor and President said "this next phase of partnership will see RMIT and Asia Society Australia elevate what is already a successful and productive strategic relationship.
We will drive new and innovative ways to engage with Asia, working collaboratively through the RMIT Asia Hub to deepen Australian business, student and community understanding of the region."
Anthony Bubalo, CEO of Asia Society Australia said our mission is to advance Australia's security and prosperity in Asia. Our partnership with RMIT is a critical enabler of that mission. We look forward to working with RMIT to develop new and practical programs that strengthen Australia's Asia knowledge and capabilities.
