MELBOURNE, 1 July, 2026: Former Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison has joined the BLS International as Global Strategic Advisor, specialising in worldwide visa and citizenship services, for its operations in Australia, 7 news reports. The appointment comes amid the controversy over excess immigration into Australia and the One Nation leader Pauline Hanson saying ‘multiculturalism’ not suited for Australia.
What role the BLS International takes for India in Australia remains to be seen, as reports of some VFS Global (handling Indian visa services) outlets temporarily pausing services from July 1, 2026.
In a media statement posted on its website, the company says, ” BLS International Services ltd, a leading AI & Tech enabled global Gov-Tech and citizen services partner for governments announces the appointment of Honorable Scott Morrison, former Australian Prime Minister, as its Global Strategic Advisor.
Mr. Diwakar Aggarwal, Chairman, BLS International, said: “Governments around the world are undergoing rapid transformation driven by technology, changing citizen expectations and an increasingly interconnected global environment. Mr. Morrison’s experience in leading a major nation and managing complex public institutions provides valuable strategic insight for BLS International, which continues to partner with governments worldwide for delivering secure, efficient and citizen-centric services. His guidance will further strengthen our long-term growth strategy, deepen our understanding of government priorities, support innovation in service delivery and enhance our ability to create value for both governments and citizens. It’s an honor for us to have him advise our Board and benefit from his global vision”
BLS International hopes to draw on Mr. Morrison’s deep economic, trade, and commercial background to further its long-term growth vision bult on the pillars of cutting-edge technologies, government engagement, public-service transformation and long-term institutional partnerships. Before and during his time in public office, his career heavily centered around market economics, financial regulation, infrastructure, and trade diversification. Mr. Morrison has built a substantial track record working directly with corporate boards, private equity, and global advisory firms.
During his time as Prime Minister, Morrison was a founding member of the Quad Leaders Dialogue (alongside the Prime Ministers of India and Japan, and the US President) and elevated Australia’s relationship with India to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. His strategic advice to BLS International enhances this relationship between our governments, to harness the emerging trends in citizen services, international mobility, and digital government transformation to enhance ease of living for citizens of the world.”
Mr. Scott Morrison, Strategic Advisor to BLS International and former Prime Minister of Australia, said: “BLS International is now a trusted partner to governments across multiple regions and continues to build a strong reputation for operational excellence and delivery of G2C services. I look forward to supporting and contributing my insights to support BLS International’s plans for continued growth that will give Governments better choices to meet the evolving needs of their citizens and international visitors. The future of public services will require governments and their partners to combine innovation, security, efficiency and integrity as they deliver truly user experience centric services. BLS International will play an increasingly significant role in partnering with Governments through their expanding suite of G2C services as they work to meet this demand.”
This is a developing story and will be updated as and when necessary.
