The National Foundation for Australia-China Relations is a national platform bringing together state, territory and local governments, business, education institutes, community and cultural sectors, and Chinese Australian communities to strengthen practical cooperation and engagement with China. It reflects the Australian Government’s commitment to a constructive relationship with China, founded on shared interests, mutual benefit and mutual respect, including through the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
Further information
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Type of Body
F. Non-statutory advisory structure
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Established By / Under
Minister
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Paid Members?
Yes
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Max No. of Board/Committee Members
16
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Classification
C. Secondary non-statutory structure
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Function Categorization
Advisory Board
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Creation Date
Current board appointments
| Position | Appointee | Start Date | End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chair | Ms. Pru Bennett | 25 June 2023 | 24 June 2025 |
| Member | Mr. Rowan Callick OBE | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Mr. Douglas Gautier AM | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Prof. Rory Medcalf AM | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Prof. Brian Schmidt AC | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Ms. Yin Cao | 19 April 2023 | 19 April 2025 |
| Member | Dr. Courtney Fung | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Dr. Jade Little | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Prof. Sharon Lewin AO | 19 April 2023 | 19 April 2025 |
| Member | Mr. Duncan Lewis AO DSC CSC | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Mr. Richard McGregor | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Mr. Mark McGowan AC | 8 October 2024 | 8 October 2027 |
| Member | Ms. Alice Pung | 16 May 2024 | 16 May 2027 |
| Member | Ms. Wesa Chau | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
| Member | Secretary Ms. Jan Adams AO PSM | 8 July 2022 | Determined by the appointer |
| Member | Ms. Marina Go AM | 15 February 2023 | 15 February 2025 |
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