China-Australia Relations: Affluence, Influence and Soft Power

Asia Rising

China and Australia have relationship anchored by strong trade bonds, and there is a respectful prime-ministerial level dialogue between the two countries. Yet it is a relationship with underlying tension. China and Australia sometimes find themselves on different sides of the table in some bilateral issues, and disagreements over foreign investment in Australia, influence, and the interests of allied countries might prevent further successful co-operation or interaction. This panel will discuss the key challenges and opportunities confronting the bilateral relationship of China and Australia. SPEAKERS: Professor Nick Bisley (La Trobe Asia, La Trobe University) Professor Chen Hong (Australian Studies Centre, East China Normal University) Professor Hou Minyue (Australian Studies Centre, East China Normal University) Assoc Professor James Leibold (Politics and Philosophy, La Trobe University) Recorded on November 21, 2017 at East China Normal University, Shanghai.