Australia and China emphasise need for dialogue as Albanese meets Xi
Australia and China are looking to keep lines of communication open and expand cooperation, as both countries navigate recent bilateral trade and geopolitical tensions. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasised the need for dialogue during his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Mr Xi Ji echoed that tone, calling for common ground, while putting differences aside. He also hailed a "turn around" in ties with Australia. Mr Albanese is at the halfway point of his six-day trip, which began in Shanghai. Deborah Wong reports from Shenzhen.
Australia and China are looking to keep lines of communication open and expand cooperation, as both countries navigate recent bilateral trade and geopolitical tensions. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasised the need for dialogue during his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing. Mr Xi Ji echoed that tone, calling for common ground, while putting differences aside. He also hailed a "turn around" in ties with Australia. Mr Albanese is at the halfway point of his six-day trip, which began in Shanghai. Deborah Wong reports from Shenzhen.