Xinhua News Agency, Sydney, February 21 (Reporter Liang Youchang and Wang Qi) Australian Prime Minister Albanese said in Perth, the capital of Western Australia, on the evening of the 19th that he looked forward to maintaining and strengthening exchanges and cooperation between Australia and China in the future.That night, the "2024 Western Australian Chinese New Year Dinner" event co-organized by the Western Australian Chinese Chamber of Commerce, the Chinese Association and the Western Australia-China Friendship Association was held in Perth. Albanese and Australian Minister of Trade and Tourism Farrell, Australian Immigration, Nearly a thousand guests including Minister of Citizenship and Multicultural Affairs Giles and other Australian dignitaries, as well as Chinese Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian and representatives of the overseas Chinese in Australia attended the event.In his speech, Albanese praised the contribution of the Chinese community to the development of Australia and Australia-China relations, pointing out that Chinese culture is an important part of Australia's multiculturalism, and the Spring Festival celebrations have become a national celebration in which Australians from all walks of life actively participate.Albanese reviewed his visit to China in November last year, expressed his admiration for China's changes and achievements, affirmed the stabilization and improvement of Australia-China relations, and looked forward to maintaining and strengthening exchanges and cooperation between Australia and China in the future.
Xiao Qian said that the continuous development of China-Australia relations embodies the active investment and contributions of the vast number of overseas Chinese in Australia.The essence of China-Australia relations is mutual benefit and win-win results. China-Australia friendly cooperation is in line with the fundamental interests and common aspirations of the two peoples.Musicians and chorus members from the Changsha Symphony Orchestra, Wuhan University, and Hunan University performed wonderful performances with the local Chinese community in Western Australia at the event that night. The entire event was filled with the festive atmosphere of the Chinese New Year.
