The ACYD is a track-II dialogue that each year brings together 30 outstanding Australian and Chinese citizens between the ages of 25-40 years. The ACYD aims to strengthen existing ties and build cooperation in areas of shared interest and mutual benefit. ACYD supports and deepens understanding of China; the value of the bilateral relationship and the extensive people-to-people links that exist between the two countries as well as the rich contribution of Chinese Australians to Australia’s story, and the contribution of Australians to China’s story.