International business

Brisbane City Council is committed to advancing Brisbane’s place in the Asia Pacific region and beyond. Council’s international business programs aim to improve the economic benefits and opportunities for Brisbane-based businesses by:

  • strengthening Sister City relationships throughout the Asia Pacific and the Middle East
  • facilitating business and trade connections for Brisbane organisations with international markets
  • supporting local businesses to achieve successful outcomes through our Sister City networks
  • co-ordinating inbound international delegations and outbound business missions to overseas markets.

Council's International Relations and Multicultural Affairs Unit facilitate and manage these programs and act as a referral service for businesses who aspire to connect with the Asia Pacific and the world. Contact the team to find out how they can help you and your business.

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Council works closely with local and international agencies and organisations to leverage our Sister City relationships to maximise the best possible business outcomes for Brisbane residents and businesses. 

Council is committed to supporting businesses  to continue to grow in both domestic and international markets. The 2023 International Internship Program provides support for host businesses through the skills and knowledge of domestic students with multicultural backgrounds and international students from Brisbane's Sister Cities.

The Lord Mayor leads delegations from the Brisbane business community to strategic trade regions to develop and strengthen business ties. Council's business missions have a reputation for opening the doors to new markets and enabling businesses to explore potential opportunities within our networks.

The Asia Pacific Cities Summit (APCS) and Mayors' Forum is one of the region's premier summits, attracting a significant number of business and civic leaders. Initiated by Brisbane City Council over 25 years ago, the APCS provides an interactive platform for participants to connect, exchange knowledge, hear from world renowned leaders and identify potential civic, cultural and business opportunities. 

International delegations - opportunities to connect with Brisbane

Brisbane regularly welcomes visiting international delegations and study visits consisting of business people, academics and government officials to connect with Brisbane City Council. This program provides a unique opportunity for visiting delegations to access specialised information and learn and exchange information on best-practices through presentations, roundtable discussions , networking events and individual meetings.

International visitors who would like to meet with officials from Brisbane City Council and Brisbane's institutions should complete the online form or contact the International Relations and Multicultural Affairs Unit.

Additional information

Updates on coronavirus are available on the Coronavirus: Council Updates and Impacts page. For details on business support and resources available, visit the Business in Brisbane page.

Council’s entire website can be translated into 100+ languages for members of our multicultural communities. You may select your preferred language from the “Select language” dropdown in the footer if you would like to use the translation feature.

If you wish to speak to Brisbane City Council and need an interpreter, please visit the Translating and Interpreting Service page.

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Last updated: 23 March 2023

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