Queensland unveils bold strategy to boost India trade and investment

Brisbane, August 21 (Australia India News Newsdesk)

The Crisafulli Government has launched the QueenslandIndia Trade and Investment Strategy 2025–2028, outlining a stronger roadmap to deepen one of the state’s most dynamic international partnerships.

The strategy focuses on five priority areas — energy and resource security, food and agriculture, life sciences and health innovation, sports ecosystem and infrastructure, and research and education.

These align Queensland’s competitive strengths with India’s rising demand in both traditional and emerging sectors.

A central emphasis is on security objectives, particularly in energy and resources. With India seeking reliable and sustainable supply chains, Queensland aims to position itself as a trusted partner for energy security, supporting India’s transition to clean energy while safeguarding long-term resource cooperation.

Similarly, food and agriculture security form a cornerstone of the strategy. Queensland plans to boost exports of high-quality produce, ensuring consistent supply chains that contribute to India’s food resilience while opening more opportunities for local farmers and producers. Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training, Ros Bates, said the plan underscores Queensland’s long-term vision.

“The Crisafulli Government is serious about delivering a better lifestyle through a stronger economy, and it’s critical we make the most of the opportunities that exist in India, while remaining mindful of what our Queensland and Queenslanders can offer in return,” Minister Bates said.

“Our Queensland-India Trade and Investment Strategy is a blueprint for how we will do that – it lays the foundation for a future focused partnership and sends a strong message that Queensland is open for business,” she said.

She further said, “As Queensland’s fourth-largest trading partner and our second-largest export market, the Crisafulli Government recognises the opportunities for Queenslanders through more trade with India.”

She also said, “A stronger trading relationship with India means more, and better paying jobs, and that is a central part of living up to our promise to deliver Queenslanders the lifestyle they deserve, after a decade of Labor neglect.”

She added, “That is why this new strategy sets out how Queensland will capitalise on India’s momentum across traditional sectors like resources, agriculture and education, as well as emerging industries in critical minerals, health innovation, sports technology and advanced manufacturing.”

The launch comes ahead of premier David Crisafulli’s trade mission to India later this month, his second visit in six months, reflecting the state’s recognition of India as a critical long-term partner.

Trade and Investment Queensland will lead implementation of the strategy, working with exporters, investors, and India-based teams to expand market access, attract investment, and build lasting partnerships.