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Debbie Clayton has been awarded with one of Australia’s top honours for her dedication to improving education in Central Queensland and across the world.
Professor Clayton, 67, was awarded the Member of the Order of Australia (AM) as part of the Queen’s Birthday Awards in 2021, for her significant service to tertiary education and international study programs.
She began her career working for Central Queensland University, having been a teaching and research academic and working her way up to a manager 0f international education and development.
Among her management positions were the Dean of International Programs, Dean of the Faculty of Informatics and Communication, and Associate Dean Teaching and Learning.
Can we align business and diplomacy when it comes to our relationship with China?
In 2020, amidst the disruptions of COVID-19 and the distractions of the US election, the Australia-China bilateral relationship hit new lows. Political tensions spilled over into trade disruption and it became increasingly clear that we are dealing with a more assertive and aggressive China.
Understanding and responding to China’s economic and political objectives, while keeping the door open for business and diplomatic dialogue has never been more crucial.
Asia Society Australia is pleased to host a members-only briefing with
H.E. Graham Fletcher, Australia s Ambassador to China, in conversation with