Canberra expected to push for removal of remaining trade impediments after Wang Yi arrives next week
The Albanese government confirmed the visit by Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi after a strong sign the wine dispute was about to be resolved.The Albanese government confirmed the visit by Chinese foreign minister Wang Yi after a strong sign the wine dispute was about to be resolved.
In a statement late on Wednesday, Wong said dialogue was “central to a constructive relationship with China and to supporting regional peace and stability”. Sign up for Guardian Australia’s free morning and afternoon email newsletters for your daily news roundupGovernment ‘appalled’ by suspended death sentence for Australian academic, Penny Wong says – video
The improved relationship has seen the removal of most of the trade impediments and the release of the detained Australian journalist Cheng Lei.Our Australian afternoon update breaks down the key stories of the day, telling you what’s happening and why it mattersChina’s commerce ministry revealed on Tuesday its “interim draft determination” that the tariffs on Australian wine were no longer necessary.
In the case of barley and wine, World Trade Organization panels were poised to give final rulings on whether China’s measures breached trade rules, when Australia agreed to suspend the proceedings.
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