Profile of ACFDA
The Australia China Friendship and Development Association Incorporated (ACFDA) is an Australian non-profit organization with an international outlook (Australian incorporation number: A42033). ACFDA’s Head Office is located in Adelaide, the capital city of South Australia. Its current Executive President is Mr. Stephen Chen and the Senior Advisor is Mr. Ke Yasha, former Minister-Counsellor for Culture of Chinese Embassy in Australia. The members of ACFDA include both Australian and Chinese governmental officials, scholars and Deans of colleges, universities and research institutes as well as business elites and other professionals from diverse industry backgrounds. The purpose of ACFDA is to enhance friendly relations between Australia and China by driving and supporting the establishment of Australia-China linked endeavors and collaborations in the areas of culture, education and economic exchange. Since its establishment, ACFDA has achieved significant results in promoting Australia-China linked endeavors in the areas of culture, education, economic and trade exchange and the promotion and establishment of future collaborations.
ACFDA’s income consists of membership fees and donations from supporting individuals and organizations in Australia and China.
ACFDA’s membership is open to any person or corporation who:
· agrees with the objectives of ACFDA and
· makes payment of the membership fee.
Typical activities of ACFDA include:
· Lectures on current affairs and culture of Australia and China
· Encouraging language and cultural teaching exchanges
· Organizing delegations to China
· Welcoming and hosting delegations from China
· Events for Chinese students and investors
· Organizing/attending Chinese exhibitions
· Establishment of long-term relationships between Australian and Chinese cities, schools, ports, airports, organizations and so on.
· Encouraging exporting to China
· Facilitating investment from China
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