Calls rise for Australia to rethink hostile approach to China as losses mount

Photo taken on May 28, 2021 shows an empty street in Melbourne, Australia. - Xinhua

BEIJING (Global Times): Calls for the Australian government to pursue in-depth communication with China based on mutual understanding are rising among business communities and local officials in Australia, as Canberra's hostile approach to bilateral ties with China continues to inflict pain on local businesses.

The calls came as some in Australia continue to advocate decoupling from China as the two countries continue to spar over trade disputes at the WTO.