The Jerusalem Post Group's Asia-Pacific Summit will serve as a flagship international event, hosted in Sydney, Australia - a key regional hub connecting countries across the Asia-Pacific region. The summit is expected to bring together representatives from India, Singapore, Hong Kong, and other countries throughout the region. The event will convene senior business leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, philanthropists, community leaders, and innovators from Australia, Israel, and the broader Asia-Pacific region for a high-level gathering focused on strengthening economic, strategic, and communal ties between Australia and Israel.
“Australia may be known as the Land Down Under, but this conference is all about looking up and ahead,” said Jerusalem Post CEO Inbar Ashkenazi. “As one of Israel’s leading media organizations, The Jerusalem Post has long served as a bridge between Israel and the world. We are excited to bring our platform to Australia and help foster new conversations, partnerships, and opportunities.”
Australia continues to represent a significant opportunity for Israeli companies, institutions, and investors. With a population of more than 27 million, a GDP exceeding US$2 trillion, a stable economy, a sophisticated investment environment, and strong demand for innovation across healthcare, education, cyber, real estate, construction, foodtech, greentech, and financial services, Australia offers a natural gateway for Israeli companies seeking growth in the region.
The opportunity is especially timely as the Australia-Israel business relationship continues to expand. In recent years, trade between the two countries reached approximately US$1 billion, with Israeli exports accounting for nearly three-quarters of that total. Israeli companies such as Check Point, CyberArk, BioCatch, Teva, and Strauss have already demonstrated the potential for Israeli innovation to succeed in the Australian market.
Israeli companies have also been listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, underscoring the opportunity to build a broader conversation around capital markets, cross-border investment, growth companies, and collaboration between the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange and the ASX.
Beyond business, Australia is home to one of the world's most engaged Zionist communities. The Australian Jewish population is estimated at approximately 120,000 people, with the vast majority concentrated in Sydney and Melbourne. The community has a long history of support for Israel, Jewish education, philanthropy, and institutions that strengthen Jewish identity, continuity, and resilience.
The Jerusalem Post is creating a platform that brings together business opportunity, Jewish leadership, Israel engagement, and community impact.
The summit is expected to feature keynote addresses, high-level panel discussions, one-on-one conversations, sector-focused sessions, networking opportunities, and curated business meetings. The final program will depend on sponsorships and confirmed partners, but participants can expect a full day of substantive discussions and meaningful connections.
Topics are expected to include healthcare and medical innovation; real estate, property, and construction technology; foodtech and climate resilience; cybersecurity; capital markets and investment; higher education and Jewish leadership; and conversations about Israel, Zionism, and the future of the Jewish people.
“This summit will continue The Jerusalem Post Group’s tradition of successful international conferences, which have been held in cities including London, Dubai, Marrakesh, Washington, D.C., and others around the world. We are excited to bring The Jerusalem Post to Australia and to host our first-ever Asia-Pacific Summit in Sydney,” Ashkenazi added. “We look forward to welcoming participants to Sydney and strengthening the relationship between Australia and Israel.”