Australia’s Leader Walks Fine Line Between Xi and Trump in China
CHINA, JUL 15 – Prime Minister Albanese and President Xi agreed to deepen trade ties and dialogue amid strategic competition, with one in four Australian jobs linked to China, officials said.
- On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese held talks with President Xi Jinping at Beijing’s Great Hall of the People during his nearly weeklong trip to China.
- Albanese undertook this trip to strengthen bilateral ties amid lingering tensions from China's earlier naval live-fire exercises near Australia and broader geopolitical uncertainties.
- The leaders focused on expanding trade, discussed cooperation in tourism and emissions reduction, and reaffirmed dialogue as key to managing their differences and advancing mutual interests.
- Albanese agreed with Xi's observation, noting that their strategy has brought significant advantages to both Australia and China, while Xi expressed China's willingness to further develop the relationship to benefit their peoples.
- The meeting highlighted steady progress in economic relations but maintained cautious diplomacy owing to security issues, human rights concerns, and regional strategic competition involving the US.
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China dictates, Australia adapts – Prime Minister Albanese would rebuild the relationship while Beijing sends tough messages.
·Budapest, Hungary
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Noting that the China-Australia comprehensive strategic partnership has entered its second decade, Chinese President Xi Jinping said that China stands ready to work with Australia to further advance their relations for sound development to bring greater benefits to the two peoples, during his meeting with visiting Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese in Beijing on Tuesday.
·Beijing, China
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