Connecting France and Australia through science, research and innovation
AFRAN is a trusted platform bringing together researchers, institutions, policymakers and innovators to foster collaboration, dialogue and impact across shared global challenges — from climate and health to digital technologies and social sciences - from metropolitan France, French territories in the Indo-Pacific to Australia.
Building bridges between science, policy and innovation
AFRAN works at the intersection of research, higher education, innovation and scientific diplomacy, creating spaces where ideas, expertise and partnerships can emerge and grow.
Connect communities
We bring together French and Australian researchers, universities, startups, public agencies, and industry to strengthen long-term collaboration
Create dialogue & insight
Through forums, panels and expert discussions, AFRAN fosters informed debate on emerging scientific, technological and societal issues
Support cooperation & impact
We highlight opportunities, initiatives, and success stories that translate research and innovation into real-world impact
From dialogue to impact
AFRAN's activities are designed to address shared priorities and respond to global and regional challenges.
High-level forums and conferences (e.g. AFRAN Forum, FAR series)
Thematic panels and workshops (e.g. AI, Quantum, Pacific issues, Ag&Food)
Networking events connecting research, industry and policy
Knowledge sharing-initiatives and strategic exchanges
A trusted French-Australian platform
In an increasingly complex global context, AFRAN plays a unique role by strengthening science-based cooperation between France and Australia.
YEAR'S KEY FIGURES
30+
events organised
1500+
participants
160+
new members
Operating since 2016
AFRAN means:
A neutral and trusted
space for dialogue
Strong
institutional support, including
Embassy of France to Australia
A growing community
of experts
accross disciplines
A focus on long-term cooperation in the
Indo-Pacific region
SPONSORED BY THE BEST PARTNERS
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