Officials, diplomats and police in Canberra are furiously preparing for Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who will fly into Australia later today at a crucial time for Beijing and the Australian government.
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is set to land in Australia on Saturday for the first visit by a Chinese premier in seven years.Officials, diplomats and police in Canberra are furiously preparing for Chinese Premier Li Qiang, who will fly into Australia later today at a crucial time for Beijing and for the Australia n government.
One potential game changer is expected to be announced: a 15-day visa-free entry for all Australian citizens to China. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's declaration of being "pro-panda" during his visit to China last November has set the stage for this. Nearly 99 per cent of Australia's lithium exports go to China, highlighting the importance of Western Australia's mines in this equation.
The timing of Mr Li's visit follows the inauguration of Taiwan's pro-independence president, Lai Ching-te. Beijing is trying to demonstrate it is willing to reduce traditional trade barriers and improve market entry and tariffs, hoping it can convince CPTPP members of its commitment to the pact and its principles.Analysts believe Beijing is prepared to fully restore trade relations with Australia, potentially giving Australian lobsters the green light to return to the Chinese market just after Mr Li's meeting with Mr Albanese.
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