Victoria's Acting Premier has declined to go into the details of Daniel Andrews' trip to China which continues to be criticised for its lack of transparency.
when he chose not to be accompanied by the usual delegation of representatives, including Australian media.
Acting Premier Jacinta Allan has been forced to field questions all week while Daniel Andrews meets delegates in China. Picture: NCA NewsWire / Valeriu Campan "Having more students study from places like China, India and around the world, enriches our community," Ms Allan said.
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