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Albanese to pay a visit, expand cooperation

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese will pay an official visit to China from Saturday to July 18 at the invitation of Premier Li Qiang, the Foreign Ministry announced on Tuesday. This visit comes at a time China-Australia relations continue to improve and develop under the leadership of the two countries' leaders and through the joint efforts of both sides, Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Mao Ning said. China is willing to take this visit as an opportunity to strengthen communication, enhance mutual trust, expand practical cooperation, and advance the development of China-Australia comprehensive strategic partnership, she added.