Australia & China
103 shared events · Importance 34 · Last updated May 15, 2026
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Domestic
Australia: Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese congratulated Matthew Wale, looking forward to strengthening economic, development, and security partnerships with the Solomon Islands.
China: The election of Matthew Wale in the Solomon Islands could impact its security pact and diplomatic ties with China, although Wale's stance has softened recently.
May 15, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
Australia: Australia faces increased likelihood of severe heat and drought due to El Niño, worsening wildfire risks.
China: China is among the Asian countries worst hit by the record-breaking fires this year.
May 12, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Australia: Australia is a key partner for Japan in securing energy and critical mineral supplies, and is strengthening its defense ties with Japan to reduce vulnerability to global shocks.
China: China's grip over global supplies of rare earths is a concern for Australia and Japan, who seek to loosen it. China is also rankled by the 'free and open Indo-Pacific' strategy.
May 04, 2026 · 12 articles
International
Australia: Australia participated in the joint maritime exercise with Japan, the United States, and the Philippines, contributing to regional security efforts.
China: China routinely criticizes joint military exercises by the Philippines and its allies, viewing Taiwan as its territory and expressing concerns about heightened regional tensions.
May 06, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Australia: Australia's S&P/ASX 200 edged down less than 0.1%.
China: China engaged in a summit with the United States and its stock market saw a decline.
May 14, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Australia: Australia is a major destination for migrants, including those from India and China, and hosts a large number of refugees and asylum-seekers.
China: China is the largest origin country for international students and has initiatives to attract overseas academics. It also experienced significant internal disaster displacements.
May 05, 2026 · 7 articles
Domestic
Australia: Australia provides significant aid to Solomon Islands and is concerned about China's growing influence, with the leadership change potentially making things more difficult for Australia.
China: China is a significant donor to Solomon Islands, with debt for infrastructure projects doubling last year, and changes in leadership are closely watched due to its close partnership.
May 07, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Australia: Australia led steady, marginal buying in gold ETFs in other regions.
China: China led the Asian region in gold ETF inflows, with mainland China drawing $498 million and China — Hong Kong adding a record $732 million.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Australia: Australia could be impacted by the flow-on effects of disruption to the global fertilizer supply chain due to the blockade.
China: China's export engine slowed sharply in March due to the conflict's impact on energy and transportation costs, affecting global demand for its manufactured goods.
Apr 08, 2026 · 307 articles
International
Australia: Australia is facing a higher likelihood of below-average rainfall, which is contributing to increased world wheat prices.
China: China's improved prospects for sugar production are contributing to lower sugar prices, and its demand for bovine meat is adding pressure to prices.
May 08, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Australia: The European Union has rushed to conclude a trade agreement with Australia as part of its strategy to shore up free trade.
China: The trade deal is partly aimed at reducing reliance on China for critical minerals and helping EU companies compete against Chinese rivals in Mercosur markets, where China has a strong presence.
Apr 30, 2026 · 23 articles
International
Australia: India has signed critical minerals agreements with Australia.
China: China currently dominates global supplies of several key minerals, and India's efforts to secure new overseas supplies are aimed at reducing its dependence on China.
May 12, 2026 · 8 articles
International
Australia: Australia is among the countries calling for coordinated emergency support from the IMF and World Bank for nations affected by the Middle East war.
China: China is the biggest buyer of Iran's oil, and the United States is pressuring China to encourage Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Apr 11, 2026 · 283 articles
International
Australia: Australia received passengers from the hantavirus-hit MV Hondius for a three-week quarantine.
China: China is engaged in critical talks with the United States to stabilize relations, despite differences on issues like Iran and Taiwan.
May 15, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Australia: Australia is mentioned for expectations of below-average rainfall, which could impact wheat prices.
China: China is noted for expectations of ample sugar supply, contributing to a decline in sugar prices.
May 08, 2026 · 9 articles
International
Australia: Australia received €283 million of oil products refined from Russian crude, with exports increasing by 9% in December.
China: China remained the top buyer of Russian fossil fuels, accounting for 48% of Russia's export revenues from the top five importers, demonstrating its continued strong energy ties with Russia.
Jan 13, 2026 · 10 articles
International
Australia: Australia's foreign minister discussed efforts to restore freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz with the United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio.
China: The United States imposed new sanctions on individuals and companies helping Iran ship oil to China, and Donald Trump is expected to discuss Iran with Xi Jinping in Beijing.
May 11, 2026 · 22 articles
International
Australia: Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled to travel to Australia after departing Vietnam.
China: China views Japan's 'free and open Indo-Pacific' strategy as an attempt to promote bloc confrontation and has had frosty relations with Japan due to territorial claims and Japan's stance on Taiwan.
May 02, 2026 · 17 articles
International
Australia: Australia is mentioned as a 'like-minded middle power' with which Japan seeks closer ties.
China: China is looking to exploit strategic openings created by the fraying US alliances and is attempting to promote itself as a more reliable global partner.
May 09, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Australia: Australia is a rival wheat supplier whose prices are currently more competitive than Indian wheat, limiting the potential for a surge in India's exports.
China: China is mentioned as the world's largest wheat producer, providing context for India's position as the second largest.
May 04, 2026 · 6 articles
Tech
Australia: Australia is one of the 22 countries where the NB.1.8.1 variant has been detected.
China: China is one of the 22 countries where the NB.1.8.1 variant has been detected.
Jun 05, 2025 · 6 articles
Business
Australia: Australia is mentioned as one of the global markets showing increased demand for Indian exports.
China: China is mentioned as one of the global markets showing increased demand for Indian exports.
Apr 23, 2026 · 40 articles
International
Australia: Australia is a founding member of the PaxSilica initiative, contributing to the secure silicon supply chain.
Jan 12, 2026 · 11 articles
Regulatory
China: China is noted as the biggest group of foreign students at Harvard University, making the administration's action particularly impactful for Chinese nationals.
May 22, 2025 · 9 articles
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