Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd Speaks at China Trade Forum

Former Australian PM Kevin Rudd Speaks at China Trade Forum
Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd at the National Press Club in Canberra, Australia on March 9, 2021. AAP Image/Mick Tsikas
Daniel Y. Teng
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Former Australian Prime Minister Kevin Rudd has addressed a trade forum organised by a Chinese propaganda body and state-run media outlet, aimed at encouraging “regional exchange and cooperation” surrounding the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).

The appearance comes despite current Australian ministers being frozen out of diplomatic contact with their Chinese counterparts since 2020 amid an ongoing economic coercion campaign being waged by Beijing against Australia.

Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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