Australia and India are strengthening their strategic partnership with the launch of the Australia-India Strategic and Technology Policy Initiative (SATPI). This new grants program, now open for applications, marks a significant step in deepening ties between the two nations, focusing on shared challenges in the Indo-Pacific region.
The SATPI initiative is designed to fund innovative projects that tackle joint strategic and technological issues. As part of this effort, a flagship annual 1.5 track strategic dialogue between Australia and India will be established, a move that was first announced at the 2+2 Ministerial Dialogue in New Delhi last November.
Beyond the strategic dialogue, the SATPI grants will also support a range of other activities, including conferences, workshops, research, policy papers, and institutional exchanges. These efforts aim to advance the interests of both nations, particularly in the areas of strategy and technology.
The Australian Government has committed approximately $1.25 million per year to fund SATPI grants, with funding available from the financial years 2024-25 through 2026-27. Australian entities, including those partnering with Indian organisations, are encouraged to apply for these grants by 29 September 2024.
This initiative underscores the close relationship between Australia and India, both of which are committed to promoting peace, stability, and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific region. The SATPI grants represent a tangible step towards achieving these shared goals, with a focus on innovation and collaboration.
Further details on the SATPI grants round can be found at www.dfat.gov.au/geo/india
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