Analysts hail turnaround in China-Australia ties

The first visit to China by Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese since winning reelection in May signals warming ties and growing prospects for cooperation amid the changing global economy.

According to a media release from the prime minister's office, Albanese's visit was also "an opportunity to continue advancing Australia's security and economic interests".

Following the completion of his official visit to China on Friday, Albanese said the trip "marks another important step in the Australia-China relationship."