🌏✨ Hey amigos! Big news from Down Under! Chinese Premier Li Qiang is on an epic tour, and he's just landed in Australia! 🇨🇳🇦🇺
From June 13 to 20, Premier Li is visiting New Zealand, Australia, and Malaysia, aiming to boost the comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Australia. This visit is all about strengthening bonds and exploring fresh opportunities for collaboration! 🤝💡
Did you know that China and Australia have been tight trade buddies for over 15 years? 😮 China has been Australia's largest trading partner, export market, and import source since 2009! In 2023 alone, their total bilateral trade hit a whopping $229 billion! 💰💰
But it's not just about the money! China is also a major source of tourists and investors for Australia. Last year, more than 550,000 Chinese tourists visited Australia, soaking up the sun and exploring the outback! 🏖️🌞 And by the end of 2023, China's total investment in Australia reached $58.5 billion, making it Australia's fifth-largest source of direct investment. 📈
At the 2024 Australia-China Economic Cooperation Forum, Chinese Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian highlighted the importance of this relationship. It's clear that both nations are keen to keep the good vibes rolling and continue benefiting from their strong and complementary economic ties! 🎉
Stay tuned, amigos, for more updates on this dynamic duo! The friendship between China and Australia is a stellar example of how nations can come together for mutual growth and prosperity! 🌟🌐
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Graphics: Consolidating the foundation for China-Australia cooperation
cgtn.com
