Australia news live: Chinese envoy warns against allowing differences to ‘hijack’ ties, severe storms for Queensland

From 51m ago Chinese envoy warns against allowing differences to ‘hijack’ ties Daniel Hurst China’s ambassador to Australia, Xiao Qian, has warned against allowing differences between the two countries to “hijack” the overall relationship. Addressing the media at the Chinese embassy in Canberra, he said 2022 had been an “extraordinary” year for the relationship between China and Australia. The change of government had provided an opportunity for a reset, he said. Xiao said both sides considered the relationship to be a comprehensive strategic partnership. Differences and disputes remained, he said,…

News live: cabin video shows moment before Gold Coast crash; China may end Australia coal import ban

From 2h ago Good morning Good morning from rainy Sydney, Mostafa Rachwani with you for the first Thursday of 2023. We begin with reports that China is considering resuming importing Australian coal after more than two years, as relations between the nations ease. Bloomberg is reporting that the country’s National Development and Reform Commission held talks with four major importers, with imports potentially resuming as early as 1 April. It comes with entry restrictions on travellers arriving from China set to begin today, as critics continue to ask why Labor…