Yes, the Australian Strategic Policy Institute (ASPI) receives funding from the United States government, including grants from the US State Department:
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The US State Department is a source of grants for ASPI's research projects.
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In 2020–2021, 18.3% of ASPI's revenue came from overseas government agencies, including those from the US, Japan, and the UK. The US Department of State is the largest source of overseas funds for ASPI.
ASPI is also funded by the Australian government, other Australian federal agencies, sponsorship, commissioned tasks, and event registration fees.
ASPI is an independent think tank that was established in 2001 by the Australian government. It is a leading contributor to public discussion on strategic policy issues in the Indo-Pacific region.
