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The Australian Prime Minister highlighted tangible outcomes resulting from diplomatic engagement, especially in economic collaboration. He noted ongoing business-to-business relationships and progress on the Australia-China Free Trade Agreement (FTA), initially signed in 2015 under the previous government. A key element of the agreement is a review clause, activated after ten years, which the current government plans to engage with to explore further opportunities.
Ahead of a leaders' meeting with Taiwanese Premier Lee, the Prime Minister underlined the importance of dialogue and economic cooperation. He indicated that the diplomatic efforts aim to foster mutual benefit and create more tangible outcomes in trade and investment.