Monash University's dialogue with Malaysia's prime minister
Professor Sharon Pickering, Vice-Chancellor and President of Monash University, along with Professor Dato' Dr Adeeba Kamarulzaman and Ben Vivekanandan, engaged in a dialogue with Malaysia's Prime Minister at the 2024 ASEAN-Australia Special Summit in Melbourne. The discussions focused on strengthening ties between Monash University and Malaysia, emphasising Monash University Malaysia's role in Malaysia's Shared Prosperity Vision 2030.

Key topics included boosting innovation through research collaborations, enhancing education and training standards, and partnerships in clean energy, digital technology, and vaccine research. The meeting also explored collaboration opportunities with Malaysia's Youth & Sports Minister and the Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry.