The International Business Forum and Magazine Launch 2025 was held at the Spark Innovation Hub, Wyndham City Council, Victoria. The event was jointly organized by the Werribee Business and Tourism Association (WBTA) and the Australian Council for Multicultural Entrepreneurs (ACME), with Dhaulagiri Adventure from Nepal participating as a co-partner. The forum aimed to promote international business collaboration, cultural exchange, and engagement between Nepal and Australia. A key feature of the event was the launch of the quarterly magazine From the Himalayas to the Ocean, which covers various aspects of Nepal–Australia relations. The magazine includes sections on bilateral relations, diplomacy, culture, trade, tourism, and entrepreneurship, as well as stories highlighting youth initiatives and shared achievements.International Business Forum concludes in Australia with launch of Nepal–Australia.
During the program, Walter S. Villagonzalo, OAM, stated that such forums contribute to dialogue and cooperation among entrepreneurs from different countries.International Business Forum concludes in Australia with launch of Nepal–Australia.
A felicitation segment, coordinated by Dan Ghising and held in collaboration with Dhaulagiri Adventure Pvt. Ltd. and Maulika Films Pvt. Ltd., recognised Walter S. Villagonzalo, Deborah Dickinson, and Rajendra Maharjan for their contributions.Remarks were also delivered by former Mayor and Councillor Jennie Barrera, Bina Maharjan, and consultants Jim Grisbert, Ram Kumar Shrestha, Ian Green (OAM), and Rinu Moktan. Speakers emphasised the value of continued collaboration and cultural engagement.The forum was attended by representatives from various Nepali and Australian organisations.During the program, Dan Ghising announced the upcoming Werribee Asian Festival, stating, “This festival will not be just another event – it will be a movement.” He confirmed that From the Himalayas to the Ocean will continue as a regular publication.Councillor Jasmine Hill concluded the program by thanking participants and highlighting Wyndham City’s role as a multicultural community.International Business Forum concludes in Australia with launch of Nepal–Australia.
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