Minister for Industry and Science Ed Husic has begun his trip to the United States aimed at promoting Australia as an advanced commercial, science, and technology partner.
The trip, which began on 25 January and is scheduled to conclude on 2 February, will involve meetings with key industry stakeholders to develop partnerships aimed at advancing Australia’s world-class scientific capabilities and cutting-edge technological know-how.
The United States is Australia’s third-largest export market and the largest source of investment in Australia.
“As we continue to battle global challenges including climate change and the ongoing disruptive impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and war in Ukraine, it is more important than ever to reinforce our partnership with the US to support a prosperous manufacturing sector and resilient supply chains,” Husic said.
As part of the visit, Husic will also tour the Moderna pharmaceutical manufacturing and the MassRobotics facilities in Massachusetts before travelling to Washinton, D.C., to meet policymakers.
The Australian government is collaborating with the United States to address supply chain issues, explore investment opportunities and navigate the global transition to using clean energy, Husic said.
Furthermore, Husic is slated to attend a series of events, such as the American Australian Association’s G’Day USA business roundtable, where he will deliver a speech highlighting the Albanese government’s industry and science priorities, and Austrade’s Landing Pad event, where Australian tech-enabled startups will share their unique experiences.
“I’m eager to promote investment opportunities to major US industry players in National Reconstruction Fund priority areas of the Australian economy, including our renewable and low emission technologies, medical sciences and value adding to our agriculture, forestry, fisheries and resources sectors,” Minister Husic said.
“Discussions with industry leaders will boost Australia’s economic integration with the US, as well as inform our National Quantum, Robotics and Battery Strategies to strengthen Australia’s economic prosperity and resilience.”
