About Us
We are ACI (AustChina Institute), a Melbourne-based not-for-profit think tank, dedicated to conducting research and analysis to assist policy-makers, corporations, investors, and the Australian public in making informed decisions regarding the state and future direction of the Australia-China relationship.
We maintain independence from government, state and foreign entities. We seek funding through government grants, individual/industry donations and crowdfunding. We do not accept any funding from sources outside of Australia.
You can contact us at: info@aci.org.au
Address: AustChina Institute, Ground Floor, 470 St Kilda Rd, Melbourne VIC 3004
ABN: 40 286 975 439
Our team acknowledges that we meet and work on the land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging, and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first peoples of Australia.
Our Mission
Through independent and unbiased research, we examine Australia's evolving relationship with China—including mainland China, Hong Kong, and Taiwan—within the dynamic geopolitical landscape. Our mission objectives include:
Assessing the economic, strategic and diplomatic impact of Australia-China relations on trade, partnerships, competitiveness, regional stability and global influence.
Publishing of insights and policy recommendations to navigate Australia-China relations while advancing Australia's national interests
Tracking and analysing global developments that may strengthen or challenge this relationship
Our Pillars of Research
Our research is primarily conducted across these 4 pillars:
• Economy and Trade - Analysing trade dynamics and impacts to the economy
• Security and Geopolitics - Examining regional stability and strategic policies
• Bilateral Relations - Assessing diplomatic and political interactions
• Technology, science and climate action - Exploring developments in innovation and sustainability
