K'taka a major cog in Indo-Aus trade relationship

AUSTRALIAN diplomats and experts said Australia will be a natural partner to boost India's ambition to become the world's skilling capital and Karnataka will have a huge role to play.

- DEVARAJ B HIREHALLI @Bengaluru

Speaking at a discussion on 'Australia and Karnataka: Where Are We Now And What Are The Opportunities?', at the Invest Karnataka 2025 Global Investors Meet (GIM), Australian trade and investment commissioner for South Asia, Vik Singh, elaborated on the opportunities both India and Australia can tap into with a thrust on Karnataka.

Bengaluru is unique with a lot of vibrancy, with more and more students choosing Australia as their preferred 'premium' destination and the country will continue to do a lot more with festivals showcasing the best.