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Despite the warm cultural exchanges, political disagreements persist. Notably, there is no assurance that issues like China’s naval activity in the Indo-Pacific region will be resolved anytime soon. The Prime Minister acknowledged the reality: “not everything can be resolved over six days.” He pointed out that fundamental differences rooted in distinct political systems, cultures, and values continue to challenge full alignment between Australia and China.
In a pointed response to domestic political critics, the Prime Minister clarified that Australia’s stance does not involve making excuses for the Chinese Communist Party but emphasizes the importance of maintaining dialogue and strategic engagement.