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The UK and Australia will participate in the 'biggest ever' cultural exchange program between the two countries, officials say.
The scheme has been launched by the British Council and Australian Department of Foreign Affairs after the UK and Australia agreed a free trade deal last week.
The UK/Australia Season will include more than 200 live and digital events spanning theatre, film, visual arts, dance, design, architecture, music and literature.
The UK and Australia will participate in the 'biggest ever' cultural exchange program between the two countries, officials say. Pictured: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson greets Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison in front of 10 Downing Street on June 15,
The program is designed 'to strengthen and build cultural connections between the UK and Australia' and is the 'biggest ever' scheme of its kind between the two countries, according to a statement.
Events will explore the theme 'who are we now?'.
The Queen, who has been made royal patron of the UK/Australia Season 2021-22, said: 'On the occasion of the UK/Australia Season of Culture, I send my best wishes to all those involved in this cultural exchange program.
'Over the next year, I hope that people in both the United Kingdom and
