Australia-China relations

China’s gradual incremental power projection in Australian waters is a calculated gray zone strategy.

With an eye toward winning Chinese Australian votes, Peter Dutton is simultaneously attempting a softening on some fronts – while retaining the “hard man” image on others.

Last year consolidated the thaw that began under the Albanese government. Entering 2025, however, the Australia-China relationship will face growing uncertainties.

The election of Donald Trump will pose new challenges for the fragile rapprochement between China and Australia.

On rules of international trade, Canberra is more aligned with Beijing than Washington. How could the next U.S. president impact the relationship?

The timing of Australia’s Senate motion rejecting China’s interpretation of U.N. Resolution 2758 seems puzzling, especially given the recent efforts to stabilize relations with China.

Leading Australian thinkers assume business as usual with China in the event of war over Taiwan, but its regional neighbors may have different ideas.

Australia effectively powers Taiwan’s semiconductor industry, and, in turn, powers its Silicon Shield. 

The four-day visit may lead to breakthroughs on specific issues, but more profound challenges, especially mutual skepticism and strategic competition, will remain.

While political relations have improved, Australian public opinion on China remains generally negative.

China imposed tariffs on Australian wine in 2020 during a diplomatic feud over Australia's support for a global inquiry into the origins of COVID-19.

The economic focus of this week's ASEAN-Australia summit has been shadowed by the continuing tensions in the South China Sea.