The Invest and Trade Western Australia has hosted the first delegation from Zhejiang Province this year. The reconnection was welcome after almost three years of hybrid and virtual meetings due to border disruptions.

Mr GE Xuebin, Vice President of the Zhejiang China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (ZCCPIT) led a six-member delegation to Perth from 11 to 13 July 2023. While in Perth, the delegation met with the Department of Jobs, Tourism, Science and Innovation (JTSI) and the Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD). JTSI and DPIRD briefed the delegation on Western Australia’s economy, government policies and the agrifood sector. ZCCPIT provided a presentation on Zhejiang’s modern cities and premium food and beverages trading hubs, and the opportunities for Western Australian producers to showcase their products.

The ZCCPIT delegation also met with the Australia China Business Council (WA) and various Zhejiang businesses operating in Western Australia during this visit.

Western Australia and Zhejiang Province have a long history of friendship and in 2022, celebrated the 35-year anniversary of the Sister State relationship. Western Australia’s Asian Engagement Strategy: Our Future with Asia recognises the importance of strong and vibrant relationships with the people and governments of Asia to strengthen our cultural connections and deliver jobs and economic prosperity for our state. 

Published on: 18 August 2023