Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce #AustCham India

The India–Australia partnership has quietly moved from being an opportunity to a strategic necessity — and businesses on both sides are starting to feel what that shift means on the ground. In this edition of the AustCham India Trade Talks series, Alisha Poonawalla, APM Consulting, looks at what comes after the trade agreement: the structuring, the compliance realities, the risks worth anticipating, and the opportunities that make it all worthwhile. ✨ A grounded, practical read for anyone serious about this corridor. ⬇️ Merin Devassia Gaven Standon Adithya DH Annahita Baria Abhishek Kumar Singh Divya Natarajan Joshita Sunnanthraj

Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce #AustCham India successfully conducted the second session of the India–Australia Business Navigator Series on 21 May 2026 — marking another important milestone in deepening business engagement between the two markets. 🤝 The session focused on Tax Structuring for India–Australia Business, bringing together a distinguished group of tax, legal, and financial experts for an incisive discussion on the realities of cross-border operations. Sunil Arora, Partner, ASA set the tone with a focused presentation on entry structuring and PE & talent mobility considerations for businesses operating across the corridor. This was followed by Komal Dani, Partner, Trilegal, who walked attendees through entity selection, repatriation strategies, exit tax planning, and PE mitigation — backed by real-world case studies. Nirmal Nagda, KPMG then presented on investment instruments, M&A tax imperatives, and key lessons from landmark rulings including the Tiger Global case. The session also featured an insightful contribution from Rahul Chawla, a transfer pricing specialist, who stressed the importance of early advisor engagement to ensure transactions are correctly benchmarked and intangibles are properly valued. 💡 Key Takeaways: ·      Right entity selection is critical and must align with operational intent ·      PE risks from talent mobility require proactive identification and mitigation ·      Repatriation and exit planning carry significant tax consequences ·      Anti-abuse rules (GAAR, JAAR, MLI) and treaty benefits require careful navigation ·      Early transfer pricing advisory can prevent costly compliance issues down the line We extend our sincere thanks to all speakers, partners, and participants for making this session a success. We look forward to continuing this series with more meaningful conversations that enable and empower businesses across the India–Australia corridor. Merin Devassia Gaven Standon Dr Sriganesh Rao Adithya DH Annahita Baria Abhishek Kumar Singh Divya Natarajan Joshita Sunnanthraj

India–Australia business is growing rapidly. But many companies still underestimate the tax and structuring complexities that come with operating across both markets. From DTAA interpretation and Permanent Establishment risks to transfer pricing, withholding tax, and repatriation strategies — the cost of getting it wrong can be significant. That’s exactly what we will be unpacking in Session 2 of the Indo-Australian Business Navigator Series, alongside experts from ASA, Trilegal, and KPMG India. If you are: • expanding into Australia or India • advising cross-border businesses • managing international operations • or exploring bilateral growth opportunities this conversation will offer practical insights you can immediately apply. 📅 21 May 2026 🕘 09:30 – 11:00 AM IST | 02:00 – 03:30 PM AEST We look forward to welcoming professionals, founders, advisors, and business leaders from across the India–Australia corridor. Register here: https://lnkd.in/ga-z_GVD Sunil Arora Komal Dani Nirmal Nagda Merin Devassia Gaven Standon Adithya DH Annahita Baria Abhishek Kumar Singh Divya Natarajan Joshita Sunnanthraj #IndiaAustralia #InternationalTax #CrossBorderBusiness #DTAA #TransferPricing #GlobalBusiness #IndiaAustraliaBusiness #BusinessExpansion #TaxStructuring #IACC

𝐀𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 🇦🇺.   The countdown begins for the Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce #AustCham India#AustCham India#AustCham India's 23rd Business Mission to Australia — a mission designed for conversations that lead to collaborations.   This six-day (three-city) program in Australia (#Brisbane, #Sydney, #Melbourne) will comprise of Welcome receptions hosted by Government, high-level market briefings, site visits, industry roundtables followed by networking, bespoke 1-1 meetings, and select IABCA events. Delegates will have the opportunity to meet with potential customers, partners and network with senior stakeholders representing Government and business.   For delegates looking to further expand their engagement in Australia, an optional Business Mission Extension to #Perth (28–29 September 2026) is also being explored.   If Australia is part of your growth story, this is a room you want to be in. Registrations are now open. Connect with us to learn more or secure your participation.   𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/gHjvn87m Gaven Standon | Merin Devassia | Jonah Stephen | Manoj Paul Indian Operations Head | Vinod Daniel OAM| Dr Sriganesh Rao | Malini Dutt | Michelle Wade | Abhinav Bhatia | Dr. Ian Martinus GAICD FLWA ACEcD | Kamran Khan | Mukund Narayanamurti PSM FCA | Mary Overington | anil wadhwa | Sonia Sadiq Gandhi | Ravin MIRCHANDANI | Ajay Rattan | Dr. T.R Kesavan | Soy Joseph | Sanjeev Nandwani | Siddharth Jairaj | Janice Pais | Parinitaa Rajgarhiaa | Samarjeet Singh | Ankur Munjal | Preeti Dang Adithya DH | Abhishek Kumar Singh | Annahita Baria | Divya Natarajan | Joshita Sunnanthraj

As infrastructure priorities evolve, the conversation around mobility is increasingly shifting from expansion alone to intelligence, safety, and enforcement-led efficiency. In this latest edition of the AustCham India Trade Talks series, Ador Traffic reflects on the growing importance of integrated traffic systems and technology-enabled infrastructure in shaping modern transportation networks. The article explores how road safety, real-time monitoring, and smarter mobility solutions are becoming central to the future of infrastructure development. Because the next generation of transport infrastructure will not just be larger — it will need to be smarter, safer, and more connected. Read more below. ⬇️ Merin Devassia Gaven Standon Ador Smart Cities, Traffic & Speed Enforcement Adithya DH Annahita Baria Abhishek Kumar Singh Divya Natarajan Joshita Sunnanthraj

With many thanks to the Australian Consulate-General, Bengaluru, the Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce #AustCham India#AustCham India in partnership with CBRE India organised a closed door CXO roundtable on Cost to Core: Repositioning India in the Next 5-Year Global Strategy, that was held in Bengaluru yesterday, 13 May 2026. The discussion brought together senior industry leaders to examine how India is increasingly evolving from a cost-focused execution hub into a strategic centre driving innovation, governance, sustainability, and long-term business value.   The session opened with keynote remarks by Mr. Steven Connolly, Deputy Consul-General, Australian Consulate-General, Bengaluru, who noted the growing momentum of Australian GCCs in India and underscored the importance of the corridor from a policy standpoint.   Mr. Gaven Standon, President, AustCham India & Executive Partner Ecosystem, Telstra, then set the stage with an expansive strategic overview — covering the evolving identity and positioning of Australian leadership in India, the growing footprint of Australian GCCs, the role of Australian boards engaging with India, and the broader policy landscape shaping this engagement. He also reflected on the growing alignment with global environmental and governance priorities.   The ensuing discussion explored how businesses view the India-Australia corridor, touching on the identity and branding of Australian enterprises operating in India, the need to simplify the tax environment, and a deeper understanding of frameworks such as the DTAA and transfer pricing regulations.   This was followed by an insightful presentation by Mr. Indrajit Shaw, Associate Director, and Mr. Nitin Rao, Head – Leasing Platform, CBRE India, who contextualised India's already established sustainability frameworks — including LEED certifications and green building standards — and the state-level policies enabling sustainable infrastructure. The conversation explored the receptivity and awareness among Indian real estate and infrastructure developers to Australian ESG practices and regulatory learnings, and whether these could meaningfully complement existing frameworks. This was particularly relevant in the context of Australian GCCs looking to grow their presence in India with green compliance as a core requirement.   Participants were welcomed by Ms. Merin Devassia, CEO, AustCham India, who helped convene and anchor the dialogue.   A sincere thank you to all participants for contributing their perspectives and making the session highly engaging and insightful. We also extend our appreciation to the Australian Consulate-General, Bengaluru, and CBRE India for their support and partnership in convening this important dialogue. Adithya DH | Neeraja Rao | Bhavana Mohan | Sujith Shyamanur | Archana Pandey | Jaskaran Singh Thukral | Mohan Rajamani | Kanhaiya Choudhary | Dr Jyothi Tegginamath | Sameer Singhal | Swaminathan Narayanan | Pradeep K Raju | Nitin Todi

Speaker Spotlight 🎙️ We are pleased to feature one of the speakers joining our upcoming webinar on Tax Structuring for India–Australia Business. Bringing valuable industry insight and cross-border experience, the session will explore key considerations shaping business operations between India and Australia. 📅 21 May 2026 ⏰ 09:30-11:00 AM IST | 02:00-03:30 PM AEST 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ga-z_GVD Sunil Arora Merin Devassia Gaven Standon Adithya DH Annahita Baria Abhishek Kumar Singh Divya Natarajan Joshita Sunnanthraj #IndiaAustralia #SpeakerSpotlight #TaxStructuring #InternationalBusiness #Webinar

As part of our upcoming webinar, we will be exploring key themes shaping India–Australia business engagement, including cross-border tax structuring and regulatory considerations. Stay tuned as we continue highlighting more discussion topics in the lead-up to the session. 📅 21 May 2026 ⏰ 09:30 AM - 11:00 AM IST | 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM AEST 🔗 https://lnkd.in/ga-z_GVD Merin Devassia Gaven Standon Adithya DH Annahita Baria Abhishek Kumar Singh Divya Natarajan Joshita Sunnanthraj #IndiaAustralia #Tax #InternationalBusiness #WebinarSeries

Indo-Australian Chamber of Commerce #AustCham India presents Session 2 of its webinar series, focusing on Tax Structuring for India Australia Business, with key insights into cross-border tax and regulatory considerations.     Session 2: Tax Structuring for India Australia Business | Date: 21 May 2026 | Time: 9:30 – 11:00 AM IST | 02:00 – 03:30 PM AEST    This session will provide participants with an understanding of tax structuring and regulatory considerations in India – Australia business engagements, with insights on DTAA, permanent establishment, transfer pricing, and exit planning.     We invite business leaders, exporters, and entrepreneurs to join us for an informative and practical session.     Register here: https://lnkd.in/ga-z_GVD Merin Devassia Gaven Standon Adithya DH Annahita Baria Abhishek Kumar Singh Divya Natarajan Joshita Sunnanthraj #IndiaAustraliaTrade #InternationalBusiness #TaxPlanning #CrossBorderTax #RegulatoryCompliance #MarketExpansion #BusinessStrategy #GlobalMarkets #WebinarSeries

What happens when a trade agreement evolves into a strategic powerhouse? As part of AustCham India’s Trade Talks, we dive into the India–Australia ECTA story—four years on. In this sharp analysis, Ankur Munjal from Dezan Shira & Associates unpacks how ECTA has gone beyond tariffs to reshape supply chains, accelerate market access, and deepen economic alignment between two fast-growing economies. 📈 Exports have surged. 🔄 Trade patterns are shifting. ⚖️ New asymmetries are emerging. The message is clear: this partnership is no longer just transactional—it’s transformational. The next phase will be defined by how businesses and policymakers collaborate to turn momentum into long-term strategic gains. #AustChamIndia #TradeTalks #IndiaAustralia #ECTA #TradeGrowth #EconomicStrategy #BusinessInsights Merin Devassia Gaven Standon Ashna Kohli Umair Ul Haque Adithya DH Annahita Baria Abhishek Kumar Singh Divya Natarajan