Li’s tour to boost regional cooperation

Forging ties: Li talks with Australian Federal Minister of Resources Madeleine King during his visit to Australia. His visit is the first by a Chinese premier since 2017. — Reuters

Premier Li Qiang’s visits to New Zealand, Australia and Malaysia are significant for many reasons. For instance, his visit to New Zealand coincided with the 10th anniversary of the establishment of a comprehensive strategic partnership between China and New Zealand.

Li’s visit to Australia has gained added importance because it is the first by a Chinese premier since 2017.