Sino-Australian relations
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The relationship between China and Australia have grown considerably over the years. Both countries are actively engaged economically, cultural and politically which spans numerous organizations such as APEC, East Asia Summit and the G20.
Diplomatic relations between the two countries were established on 21 December 1972, after Gough Whitlam followed President of the United States Richard Nixon's lead in ceasing to recognize the government of Chiang Kai-shek.
Since imperial times, Chinese people from mainly Guangdong province in southern China have migrated to Australia since the late 1700s and boomed in the Victorian gold rush era. Australia during the 18th to the early 20th century were colonies later dominion of the United Kingdom and focused her attention towards Europe and America.
Today, China is Australia's largest trading partner. China has one of the largest foreign reserves in the world, and has invested in Australian mining companies to help meet the needs of their growing economy.
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