The Crisafulli Government is delivering on its promise to restore Queensland’s global reputation for excellence, innovation, and economic leadership, with the state’s largest-ever education and research trade mission securing major outcomes in Japan and Taiwan.
After years of Labor neglect, missed opportunities, and international disengagement, Queensland is once again being recognised as a serious player in global education, research, and advanced manufacturing.
The week-long mission included 37 delegates from Queensland’s education, training and research sectors, showcasing the state’s world-class institutions and collaborative research culture to two of our most important international education markets.
The delegation also represented Queensland at the Australia Pavilion at World Expo 2025 Osaka, strengthening ties with alumni, education partners, and Japanese government representatives.
A highlight of the mission was a landmark aerospace agreement between Brisbane-based Stralis Aircraft and two of Japan’s top universities – a deal that positions Queensland as a global leader in aviation and advanced manufacturing.
The Japanese leg of the mission was underpinned by the newly released Queensland–Japan Trade and Investment Strategy 2025–2028, a clear roadmap for deepening ties with one of our most critical regional partners, something the former Labor government failed to deliver.
International education now contributes $6.85 billion to Queensland’s economy and supports more than 30,000 jobs – a sector the Crisafulli Government is actively supporting through strategic engagement and targeted investment.
This mission also created new opportunities for regional education providers, making sure the benefits of international engagement are felt across the state, not just in the southeast.