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Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Visit Australia June 15-18, First Visit in Seven Years

Jun 11, 2024, 06:51 AM

Chinese Premier Li Qiang is set to visit Australia from June 15 to 18, marking the first visit by a Chinese Premier to the country since 2017. The visit, announced by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, is part of a broader tour that includes New Zealand and Malaysia. Li Qiang's visit aims to improve bilateral ties and address remaining trade restrictions between Canberra and Beijing. The Annual Leaders’ Meeting will be held at Parliament House in Canberra during his stay. Li Qiang will be the most senior Chinese leader to visit Australia in seven years. This visit is seen as a significant step in strengthening diplomatic relations between the two nations.