On July 28, Chinese Ambassador to Australia Xiao Qian hosted the Farewell Reception. More than 200 guests attended the reception, including Deputy Secretary of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Australia Ms Elly Lawson, the diplomatic corps, and representatives from all walks of life in Australia.

In the speech, Ambassador Xiao reviewed the achievements in various fields of bilateral relations over the past more than four years. He expressed that under the strategic guidance of President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and through the joint efforts of both sides, China-Australia relations have emerged from a low point and regained stability, resumed improvement, and achieved a comprehensive turnaround. Political relations between China and Australia have continued to deepen, economic and trade cooperation has achieved new breakthroughs, people-to-people exchanges have presented a new and vibrant outlook, and our cooperation under multilateral frameworks has continued to improve. China has always regarded Australia as a friend, and stands ready to work with the Australian side to promote the steady advancement of the China-Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership along the right track.

Elly thanked Ambassador Xiao for his contributions to promoting Australia-China relations, stating that Australia is willing to enhance consensus with China and continue to deepen cooperation in various fields.

The reception was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere. The guests present bid Ambassador Xiao a reluctant farewell, wishing for the continued development of China-Australia relations.