Victoria’s opportunity
Victoria is recognised for its cultural diversity, globally renowned education and research institutions, innovative industries, and exceptional tourism experiences – in Melbourne and across regional Victoria.
Victoria is well positioned to continue offering world-class experiences and attracting investment that supports Victoria’s long-term economic and social priorities, strengthens people-to-people links, deepens cultural understanding, and positions Victoria as a trusted, open, and globally engaged partner.
Strategic priorities
Victoria will deepen collaboration with China in mutually beneficial areas, including:
- International education – including through our universities, TAFEs, and schools
- Visitor economy
- Clean energy and innovative technologies
Our commitment
The Victorian Government is committed to reaffirming and expanding Victoria’s role as a preferred destination for Chinese visitors, students, researchers, and investors. Through this, we will build shared prosperity, unlock innovation, and forge lasting connections between our communities.
Victoria will support engagement that:
- Facilitates productive exchange of knowledge and expertise
- Grows Victoria’s global standing
- Supports prosperity and productivity in key service sectors
What success looks like
- Victoria is a favoured destination for Chinese international students and Victorian institutions are growing partnerships in China.
- Victoria, including regional Victoria, is the Australian destination of choice for Chinese visitors.
- Victoria and China share stronger bilateral research, investment, and commercial outcomes across priority sectors, including clean energy.
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