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The Guardian
16-07-2025
- Business
- The Guardian
Australia news live: Albanese in Chengdu for last leg of China visit; German backpacker leaves hospital after outback ordeal
Update: Date: 2025-07-16T20:55:22.000Z Title: Albanese to wrap up China visit in Chengdu Content: Pandas and bionic ears are on Anthony Albanese's agenda as his six-day tour of China reaches its final leg, Australian Associated Press reports. The prime minister touched down in Chengdu in China's south-west yesterday afternoon, where he announced the Sichuan capital would be given hosting rights to an Australian Open wildcard playoff tournament for a second year running. In the sweltering 37C heat, the prime minister turned down the offer of a hit on centre court, instead hailing the role of sport in boosting people-to-people and cultural links between Australia and China. 'I know that my dear friend [former professional tennis player] Glenn Busby comes here and coaches and spends a lot of time here each year, and he tells me that China will dominate the sport in the years to come,' he said. Chengdu, home to 21 million residents, is best known outside China as the home of giant pandas. Albanese will visit a breeding research centre at the forefront of efforts to save the species from extinction. As well as a beloved cultural icon, pandas are a central part of China's efforts to exert soft power in the world. In a meeting with local party secretary Wang Xiaohui, Mr Albanese said pandas 'have been such an important feature' of building positive relations between Australia and China. He noted the two new pandas who were loaned to Adelaide zoo in 2024, in the most recent example of 'panda diplomacy'. 'I thank this province for our two newest guests who have been so well received,' he said. But Chengdu has another, arguably more impactful, connection to Australia. Cochlear, the Australian hearing device company, bases a manufacturing and research plant in the city, which the prime minister will visit today. More than 50,000 Chinese patients have had hearing loss restored by a Cochlear device, making it one of the company's largest markets. Update: Date: 2025-07-16T20:47:29.000Z Title: German backpacker Carolina Wilga leaves hospital after outback ordeal Content: A German backpacker who was lost in the Australian outback for 11 nights has been discharged from hospital. Carolina Wilga hit her head in a car crash and left her car in a 'state of confusion' before going missing in the Western Australian outback. A desperate search for the 26-year-old began when her family and friends raised the alarm after not hearing from her. She was discharged from Perth's Fiona Stanley hospital on Wednesday. More on Wilga's ordeal in the outback here: Update: Date: 2025-07-16T20:47:29.000Z Title: Welcome Content: Good morning and welcome to our live news blog. I'm Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it'll be Nick Visser to be your news guide. Anthony Albanese will wrap up his visit to China in Chengdu today. The south-west city of 21 million people is best known for its pandas and spicy Sichuan food, but it is also where Cochlear, the Australian hearing device company, has a manufacturing and research facility, which the prime minister will visit today. More coming up. The Reserve Bank and economists will be watching today's jobs figures for another clue as to where the economy is headed. It comes after the shock decision by the bank to keep rates steady this month. More on that shortly.
News.com.au
16-07-2025
- Business
- News.com.au
Anthony Albanese arrives in Chengdu on last leg of China visit
Anthony Albanese has landed in the world's panda-breeding capital, kicking off a cruisy final leg of his state visit to China. The Prime Minister's arrival in Chengdu coincided with the launch of a 2026 Australian Open wildcard playoff in the city. China has one of the largest number of tennis players in the world and boasts an enormous audience too. After their meeting Mr Wang and Mr Albanese headed to the Sichuan International Tennis Centre to formally unveil the playoff. In remarks at the event, Mr Albanese spruiked it as an example of how Australia and China were boosting their relationship through people-to-people links – a key theme of the visit. Earlier, Mr Albanese received yet another red carpet welcome on the tarmac in Chengdu – the third of his six-day diplomatic and business blitz. True to his other welcomes, he was quickly whisked away to a meeting with the Chinese Communist Party's chief in Sichuan. 'I wanted to make sure on this trip that I came to western China,' Mr Albanese told Wang Xiaohui, saying he wanted to build relationships in the region. He noted Sichuan province 'has a state-to-state relationship with the state of Victoria'. He also pointed out that Sichuan and Australia had a trade relationship worth more than $5bn, which he said was 'more than many countries Australia has trading relationships with'.
Zawya
09-07-2025
- Business
- Zawya
President Ramkalawan Receives Distinguished Chinese Delegation as Nations Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation Framework
The President of the Republic, Mr. Wavel Ramkalawan received His Excellency Mr. Wang Xiaohui, Secretary of the CPC Sichuan Provincial Committee and Chairman of the Standing Committee of Sichuan Provincial People's Congress, for a courtesy call at State House Tuesday morning. The distinguished delegation, accompanied by H.E Ms. Lin Nan, Chinese Ambassador to Seychelles, engaged in comprehensive discussions to advance bilateral cooperation following the recent elevation of China-Seychelles relations to a Strategic Partnership. President Ramkalawan extended a warm welcome to H.E. Mr. Wang Xiaohui and his delegation, expressing profound satisfaction with the exemplary bilateral relations that continue to flourish between Seychelles and China. The President highlighted the transformative impact of the inaugural direct flight route from Chengdu to Seychelles, noting that "with the direct flight from Chengdu to Seychelles, its presence will attract local business investment and reinforce the trade element," thereby opening new avenues for economic collaboration and cultural exchange. His Excellency Mr. Xiaohui conveyed his honour at visiting Seychelles, acknowledging President Ramkalawan's distinguished visit to Sichuan Province the previous year as a cornerstone of their diplomatic relationship. Expressing gratitude for the exceptional hospitality accorded to the delegation, Mr. Xiaohui commended the robust relationship between China and Seychelles while articulating his province's earnest desire to deepen collaborative efforts through innovative partnerships between Sichuan Province and the Republic of Seychelles. The substantive discussions centred on sustainable development initiatives facilitated through enhanced diplomatic ties, expanded economic collaboration, and enriched cultural exchange programs. Both parties explored diverse areas of mutual interest, including tourism development, trade facilitation and transportation infrastructure, educational partnerships, and sustainable fisheries management. This diplomatic engagement represents a pivotal moment in China-Seychelles relations, demonstrating both nations' commitment to fostering prosperity through strategic cooperation. The meeting reinforces the shared vision of building lasting partnerships that will benefit both peoples while contributing to regional stability and development. The discussions laid the groundwork for future collaborative initiatives that will harness the unique strengths of both Seychelles and Sichuan Province, creating opportunities for mutual growth and development across multiple sectors. At the conclusion of the meeting, President Ramkalawan and H.E. Mr. Wang Xiaohui exchanged souvenir gifts as a sign of lasting friendship between their nations, symbolizing the enduring bonds and mutual respect that characterize the relationship between Seychelles and China. Also Present for the meeting was the Principal Secretary for Foreign Affairs Mrs. Vivienne Fock-Tave, Director General Bilateral Affairs, Ms. Lindy Ernesta, Third Secretary Bilateral Affairs Mrs. Louisa Lepathy. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of State House Seychelles.
