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Rumours are swirling that China may backflip on its Australian trade restrictions with a change in federal government, but some producers have put the country firmly in their rear-vision mirror.

Sydney (AFP) - Australia's foreign minister Penny Wong was less than stoked Monday as she turned up for a cabinet meeting sporting a sling after injuring herself surfing.

Good morning, early birds. A NSW trade commissioner in California says he had to work from home after the state government closed its office there to open the new office in New York, and an expert has predicted that half a million Australians will get long COVID in the next…

Department’s incoming brief to Penny Wong warns of consular and passport issues as well as citizens detained in Syria

A recent meeting between the two countries gave each side an opportunity to present their view of the relationship - but the position presented by China shows a troubling gulf in perceptions.

Wang Yi’s declaration that China willing to ‘recalibrate’ ties accompanies possibility of compromise on trade disputes

Neither Canada nor Australia currently has a comprehensive strategy for the Indo-Pacific region. But it’s essential that both develop one given the rapidly evolving environment in the area.

Despite major powers being sidelined from the Pacific Islands Forum, Vice-President Kamala Harris appears virtually to make a series of announcements showing the US is intent on reasserting its presence in the region as China continues to expand its footprint.

Pacific leaders optimistic about Albanese government’s climate action and willingness to engage, but major sticking point remains

Australia’s foreign minister is urging Pacific island neighbors to unite on their shared challenges of U.S.-China strategic competition, climate change and COVID-19

Australia's Foreign Minister Penny Wong has joined calls urging Micronesian breakaway nation Kiribati to return to the Pacific Islands Forum.