Australia–India Innovation & Investment Initiative Workshop (Cohort 1)

A practical two-part online roadmap sprint for Australian SMEs exploring opportunities in India across AI, robotics, health technology and related innovation sectors. Participants will join online workshops covering frameworks, legal considerations, and investment pathways, then use structured templates and guided discussions to develop a practical market entry roadmap, including opportunity assessment, entry options, support needs, and key barriers and enablers.

This roadmap will guide selection for a fully funded India roadshow in early 2027.

Workshop format:

• Date: 26 August (Wed) and 28 August (Fri) 5-7pm
• Five cohorts
• Online delivery
• Two facilitated workshops per cohort (2 hours each, with flexibility to extend to 2.5 hours if required), or a single extended Friday session
• Participants will develop a draft roadmap covering the stages: Explore, Evaluate, Enter, Establish and Expand
• Supporting resources, recordings and templates will be available through the Deakin SME Centre LMS.

About MAITRI

The Maitri program, led by the Deakin Small-to-Medium Enterprise Research Centre and supported by a $340,000 Australian Government grant, strengthens innovation ties between Australia and India. It helps Australian SMEs engage with India’s fast-growing innovation ecosystem through practical support, including workshops, research, and a targeted 2027 roadshow.

Focusing on high-impact sectors such as AI, robotics, health technology and pharmaceuticals, the initiative equips businesses with the knowledge, strategies and tools needed to explore investment and partnership opportunities in India.