Australia has appointed ANZ Australia Chairman Paul O鈥橲ullivan as its new Business Champion for Singapore to strengthen economic ties and expand opportunities for Australian businesses in the region.

The Australian High Commission Singapore has announced the appointment of Mr Paul O鈥橲ullivan as Australia鈥檚 Business Champion for Singapore.

Mr O鈥橲ullivan currently serves as Chairman of ANZ Australia and has longstanding connections with Singapore through his work with ANZ and previous leadership roles at Singtel.

According to the Australian High Commission, Mr O鈥橲ullivan brings extensive business and leadership experience to the role. He is also Chairman of Western Sydney Airport Corporation and St Vincent鈥檚 Health Australia.

The appointment comes as Australia and Singapore continue strengthening cooperation under their Comprehensive and Strategic Partnership and Australia鈥檚 Southeast Asia Economic Strategy to 2040.

In his new role, Mr O鈥橲ullivan will work to deepen the long-standing economic relationship between Australia and Singapore while promoting opportunities for Australian businesses across multiple sectors.

The Australian High Commission said Mr O鈥橲ullivan鈥檚 experience and business connections will help showcase Australia鈥檚 capabilities in industries including finance, healthcare, infrastructure, and technology.

Mr O鈥橲ullivan is expected to visit Singapore this week for his inaugural trip as Business Champion. The visit will focus on strengthening business partnerships and highlighting opportunities for Australian companies looking to expand into Singapore and the wider Southeast Asian region.

Source: Australian High Commission, Singapore