Chinese Premier Li Qiang to Visit New Zealand, Australia, and Malaysia

Li Qiang's tour marks the first visit by a Chinese premier to Australia since 2017, signaling improving diplomatic ties.

Premier Li Qiang will visit from June 13 to 20, invited by leaders of New Zealand, Australia, and Malaysia.
In Australia, he will co-chair the China-Australia Annual Leaders' Meeting with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.
Li's itinerary includes stops in Adelaide, Canberra, and Perth, engaging in discussions with business leaders.
Australia seeks to address trade barriers and raise issues like the case of Australian writer Yang Hengjun.
The visit follows Albanese's trip to Beijing last year, aiming to strengthen bilateral dialogues and cooperation.