Former Prime Minister Scott Morrison has been appointed Global Strategic Advisor to BLS International, a leading global provider of visa, consular and citizen services, as the company seeks to strengthen its international growth and digital transformation agenda.
Responding to the appointment, Morrison said BLS International had built a strong reputation as a trusted partner to governments across multiple regions.
“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 government-to-citizen services,” Morrison said.
“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.”
He added that the future of public services would require governments and their partners to combine innovation, security, efficiency and integrity while delivering a user-focused experience.
The appointment will see Morrison advise the company on strategic opportunities across government engagement, public-service transformation, technology adoption and international mobility, drawing on his experience in economic policy, trade, infrastructure and public administration.
BLS International said Morrison’s appointment comes at a time when governments worldwide are increasingly embracing digital technologies and citizen-centric service models to improve efficiency and accessibility.
During his tenure as Prime Minister, Morrison was a founding member of the Quad Leaders Dialogue alongside the leaders of India, Japan and the United States, and played a key role in elevating Australia’s relationship with India to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
The company believes his experience in international relations and government engagement will support its efforts to expand partnerships and strengthen its position in the global citizen services sector.
BLS International Chairman Diwakar Aggarwal said Morrison’s appointment would provide valuable strategic insight as governments navigate rapid technological and institutional change.
“Governments around the world are undergoing rapid transformation driven by technology, changing citizen expectations and an increasingly interconnected global environment,” Aggarwal said.
“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 in delivering secure, efficient and citizen-centric services.”
Aggarwal said Morrison’s guidance would help the company deepen its understanding of government priorities, support innovation in service delivery and strengthen its long-term growth strategy.
Founded in 2005, BLS International has grown into one of the world’s largest providers of visa, passport, consular and citizen services. The company operates in more than 100 countries, partners with over 46 governments and has processed more than 360 million visa applications globally.
With a market capitalisation of more than US$1.2 billion and a workforce exceeding 60,000 people, BLS International said it is focused on harnessing emerging trends in digital government services and international mobility to improve the experience of citizens and travellers worldwide.
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