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As campaigning continues, China appeals for stronger economic ties with Australia

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Australia is now on the hunt for new economic partners, still facing a 10 per cent US tariff. In the midst of the federal election, China’s top diplomat in Australia has appealed for Australia to consider stronger ties, something the government is rebuffing.
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