Australia's Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull reacts as he stands next to Chinese Premier Li Keqiang during a media conference at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, March 24, 2017. REUTERS/David Gray
Sydney (Reuters) - China removed the last remaining restrictions on imports of Australian beef on Friday and announced early-stage plans to co-develop a major mine, rail and port project, in contrast to a growing global trend of trade protectionism.
The policies - announced during a visit to Australia by Chinese Premier Li Keqiang - advance the trade relationship between the two countries at a time of rising tensions between Australia and its traditional ally, the United States.
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