Fears of increasing Chinese political influence in Australia

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People who welcome PM Keqiang Li Source: SBS

The nation's top security agency has warned politicians over accepting donations from foreign sources following a report that China's influence on Australian politics is growing. A joint Fairfax and ABC investigation has revealed what they say is evidence of China's expanding influence with both of Australia's major parties. Andrea Nierhoff reports.



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