Victoria’s China Strategy: For a New Golden Era sets a clear direction for advancing one of our State’s most strategically significant international relationships.
It recognises both the depth of Victoria’s long-standing engagement with China and the importance of ensuring this connection continues to serve our long-term economic, social and policy interests.
Our ties are well established, underpinned by sister-state relationships with Jiangsu and Sichuan and supported by five dedicated Victorian Government Trade and Investment offices in-country. This presence reflects one of the most extensive subnational footprints in the region, underscoring a clear commitment to sustained on-the-ground engagement. Having recently commenced my term as Victoria’s Commissioner to Greater China, I am proud to lead this network and implement a Strategy that will deepen sectoral ties, strengthen collaboration, and deliver meaningful outcomes.
The Strategy targets areas where Victoria holds a distinct competitive advantage, including agribusiness, education, health and life sciences, clean energy, and creative industries. It provides a practical roadmap for boosting trade and investment, expanding partnerships, and positioning Victoria to seize opportunities emerging across a rapidly changing regional landscape.
I look forward to working with our partners across government, industry and the community to realise this vision and reinforce Victoria’s reputation as a confident, capable and globally connected State.
Leigh Howard
Victoria's Commissioner to Greater China
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