In a significant move towards deepening bilateral ties, Chinese Premier Li Qiang and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese attended the 7th China-Australia CEO Roundtable in Perth on Tuesday. Highlighting the mutual benefits of their nations' development, Premier Li emphasized that China and Australia form a close community of shared interests.
The roundtable, attended by approximately 30 business council representatives and enterprises from both countries, focused on enhancing economic and trade cooperation within the comprehensive strategic partnership framework. Premier Li pointed out that the relationship between China and Australia has shown positive momentum and steady improvement over recent times.
Reflecting on the 52 years since the establishment of diplomatic ties, Premier Li underscored the importance of respecting each other's national conditions and core interests to continuously strengthen mutual trust. He advocated for frank dialogue, tolerance, and mutual understanding as key to managing differences and achieving win-win outcomes.
Premier Li also highlighted the complementary economic strengths of China and Australia, positioning them as natural partners for cooperation. He expressed optimism about the broad prospects of bilateral cooperation, particularly in stabilizing industrial and supply chains and boosting economic growth. Looking ahead, he urged entrepreneurs from both nations to expand their collaboration into emerging fields such as artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and life sciences to enhance bilateral cooperation further.
Prime Minister Albanese echoed Premier Li's sentiments, recognizing China as Australia's largest trading partner and acknowledging the new development opportunities arising from China's growth. He noted the stabilization and improvement of Australia-China relations and expressed Australia’s willingness to strengthen cooperation in areas like economy and trade, mineral resources, innovation, supply chain stability, and climate change.
Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to advancing common interests, addressing mutual challenges, and achieving mutual benefits. They aim to build a comprehensive strategic partnership that not only fosters economic growth but also brings lasting benefits to the peoples of both countries.
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Premier Li: China and Australia benefit from each other's development
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