Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Mr. Medcalf, thank you for being here this evening.
Last November, the Australian prime minister and the Chinese president held a meeting, during which they agreed that the two countries could become trusted partners. Their interest was in restoring trade ties. This was described as a positive meeting by both parties, especially by the Australian prime minister.
In your opinion, can we really talk about an improved relationship with the People's Republic of China, and do Australians really believe in that?