Victoria is an old friend of China.
The first Chinese migrants arrived in Victoria during the gold rushes of the 1800s – many coming to my own hometown of Bendigo, and Victoria’s goldfields.
Every corner of our State has been shaped and influenced by Chinese Victorian families and businesses.
Today, China is one of Victoria’s most valued partners.
When I announced that Victoria would be developing a new China Strategy in the 2024 Economic Growth Statement, the reason was simple – it’s for our future.
Strengthening and deepening Victoria’s relationship with China delivers jobs, growth and stability.
Our shared strengths across areas such as education, innovation, and agriculture make our two regions perfect partners.
Yet, our connection to China is so much more than just trade – it’s about trust. That trust is built on people.
Victoria is proud to be home to one of Australia’s largest Chinese communities.
Victoria must always be a place where Chinese migrants, students, and visitors feel welcomed and appreciated. That’s what I stand for.
This Strategy recognises the special role Chinese Victorians have played in the life of our State.
It also recognises the many paths Victoria and China can take together for our shared future.
With new opportunities for collaboration identified in partnership with industry and community, this Strategy will deliver real results for Victoria and China alike. Our goal is to become the go-to international partner for Chinese business and industry, supported by our two sister-state relationships with Jiangsu and Sichuan Province.
Victoria: the destination of choice to visit, learn, innovate and invest.
That’s the next chapter in our journey. Together, we’ll share in the success.
Hon. Jacinta Allan MP
Premier of Victoria
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