David Morris PhD

CEO, Australia China Business Council

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

Interesting that Air Supply is the only Australian act to consistently appear in Chinese KTV. Cold Chisel? John Paul Young? Forget it

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

Delighted to share that I commenced as CEO of Australia China Business Council. It’s a great honour to lead this organisation that for 50+ years has connected Australian & Chinese businesses, to build understanding & pursue opportunities together. @AusChinaBC

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

In my speech to the 2026 Global Ocean Development Forum in Qingdao, I argued the Pacific must be a connector between civilizations & markets; for regional cooperation based on sustainability, valuing diversity & building prosperity
#BluePacific #BlueEconomy #Pacific #OceanofPeace

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

A Free Trade Area of the Asia Pacific has been a goal shared by many #APEC members, including Australia. It’s time?
https://t.co/VqjfhfnHR6

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

🇵🇬 Happy Independence Day, Papua New Guinea! It has been an honour to work alongside brothers & sisters from this marvellous nation in previous roles with the Pacific Islands Forum & the UN Asia Pacific Sustainable Business Network. Look forward to visiting again

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

“Power, for what? And to do what?” James Curran’s new book masterfully surveys Keating’s vision & achievements charting an Australia that’s sovereign, inclusive & belonging in our geography. pressing than ever. Fabulous discussion tonight between James Curran & Geoff Raby.

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

My comments on navigating a more multipolar world

[China Focus @China__Focus]

https://t.co/R9wmlT7xes

[1EarthVillage @1EarthVillage]

It’s all about me. No, really. Andy Warhol and everyone since. At #sydneycontemporary @dm_1Earth

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

It was a pleasure to meet in Hobart with Michiaki Hirose, Chairman of the Japan–Australia Business Cooperation Committee, now in its 60th year.

Michiaki will co-chair the new Australia–Japan Leadership Dialogue with Stephen Smith — an important initiative

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

🦞 From pristine waters of Tasmania to the finest restaurants in China. Henry Li’s Ocean Blue Treasure. It’s a familiar Australian migrant story: hard work, enterprise, a valuable contribution to the local community — while helping connect Tasmania with China

[1EarthVillage @1EarthVillage]

Becoming modern. If you’re Tasmanian & you’re curious about artists who helped shape how we see ourselves, check out the current exhibition at the @tasmuseum. Curiously, some of these rarely exhibited. Patricia Giles, Rosamond McCulloch, Dorothy Stoner, Eileen Brooker.
#Tasmanian

[CGS @CGSbangladesh]

Former diplomat and geopolitical risk expert @dm_1Earth is coming from Australia to Dhaka for #BoBC2026.

Join the 5th edition of BoBC from 3 to 5 October 2026.

#RoadToDhaka

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

The New China Playbook

Join us for lunch on Thursday 24 September, for a practical, forward-looking briefing on what it takes to succeed in today’s China, featuring China market strategist Sara Cheng.

Book your place now:
https://t.co/hstf3blpHy

[Hugh Riminton @hughriminton]

In Pauline Hanson’s first go-around, four former prime ministers signed this warning.

[1EarthVillage @1EarthVillage]

That’s a wrap.

For the past five weeks, 42° South: Shanghai Contemporary Art Observations has opened a window.

Thanks to all who helped make this all that it was 🙏

[Prof Kathy Eagar AM @keagar.bsky.social @k_eagar]

Australians voting with their feet. Our future is not as a junior sidekick to America. Our future is in SE Asia and Pacific. Australians understand this even if most of our politicians don’t seem to

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

Join Australia China Business Council Tasmania next Thursday 23 July for fresh insights on entrepreneurship & innovation. Free registration here: https://t.co/7H7Dvt4HdO

[David Morris PhD @dm_1Earth]

Vale. Sam Neill.

An exceptional and beloved character who left a warm and deep impression on all who had the good fortune to know him.

[Anthony Albanese @AlboMP]

Today, Australia and Papua New Guinea began a new chapter, becoming allies under the Pukpuk Treaty.

Built on respect and our shared history, this Treaty reflects our commitment to the security of our region.

Our two countries will keep walking together, side by side. 🇦🇺🇵🇬