AustCham China Chairman Vaughn Barber and CEO Dr Yaochen (Nathan) Hou attended the official launch of Western Australia’s State of Energy campaign in Beijing, led by The Premier of Western Australia, Hon. Roger Cook MLA Premier; Minister for Defence Industries; Tourism; Trade and Investment. The campaign aims to showcase Western Australia’s capabilities as a renewable energy powerhouse and global trading partner, while promoting opportunities for trade, investment and collaboration with China.
中国澳大利亚商会会长冯栢文及首席执行官侯尧宸博士出席了由西澳大利亚州州长兼国防工业、旅游、贸易与投资部长罗杰.库克阁下主持的西澳大利亚州“能源之州”中国市场推广活动启动仪式。此次活动旨在展示西澳作为可再生能源强州及全球贸易合作伙伴的产业优势，并推动西澳与中国在贸易、投资及产业合作方面的进一步交流。
The event was attended by H.E. Mr Scott Dewar, Australian Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, alongside representatives from the Australian Embassy, Western Australia government officials, Chinese government officials, and business leaders from various sectors.
出席此次活动的嘉宾包括澳大利亚驻中华人民共和国大使吉思德阁下，以及来自澳大利亚驻华大使馆、西澳大利亚州政府、中国政府和来自不同领域的企业领袖。
This event reflects AustCham China’s ongoing commitment to maintaining strong connections with Australian and Chinese government representatives, engaging with industry leaders and ensuring that the perspectives and interests of Australian businesses in China remain part of broader commercial discussions.
商会此次出席体现了持续深化与澳中两国政府及行业代表联系的承诺，也进一步推动在华澳大利亚企业的声音及利益融入更广泛的商业交流。
From Energy Strength to Commercial Opportunity
从能源产业优势到商业合作机遇
The State of Energy campaign highlights Western Australia’s ambition to strengthen its position in the global energy landscape. Beyond its established resources sector, Western Australia is showcasing its capabilities in renewable energy, critical minerals, battery technologies and innovation.
“能源之州”推广活动展现了西澳进一步提升其全球能源产业地位的发展愿景。除了传统资源产业，西澳也积极展示其在可再生能源、关键矿产、电池技术及创新领域的优势。
Western Australia accounts for approximately 12% of global LNG exports and almost two-thirds of Australia’s $354 billion pipeline of new energy projects. These capabilities create opportunities to connect Australian expertise and technology with China’s manufacturing capacity and growing demand for energy solutions.
西澳约占全球液化天然气出口量的12%，同时占澳大利亚3,540亿澳元新能源项目投资储备的近三分之二。这些产业优势为澳大利亚专业技术与中国制造能力及不断增长的能源解决方案需求之间的合作创造了机遇。
For Australian businesses, potential collaboration extends beyond traditional energy exports to renewable energy development, technology exchange, research and innovation, green steelmaking and decarbonisation.
对于澳大利亚企业而言，合作机遇不仅限于传统能源出口，还涵盖可再生能源开发、技术交流、研究创新、绿色炼钢及脱碳等领域。
Strengthening the Western Australia–China Partnership
深化西澳与中国的合作关系
A key development during Premier Cook’s visit was the renewed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Western Australian Government and China’s National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC). The agreement provides a platform for further cooperation across manufacturing, mining, energy, infrastructure and tourism.
此次州长访华期间的一项重要进展，是西澳大利亚州政府与中国国家发展和改革委员会续签谅解备忘录，为双方在制造业、矿业、能源、基础设施及旅游业等领域深化合作提供平台。
Discussions also included the potential for a direct Perth–Beijing flight route, which could strengthen business connectivity, tourism and investment. China remains Western Australia’s largest trading partner, with goods exports valued at approximately $135 billion in 2025.
双方还探讨了开通珀斯至北京直飞航线的可能性，以加强商务往来、旅游及投资联系。中国继续保持西澳最大贸易伙伴地位，2025年西澳货物出口总额约达1,350亿澳元。
AustCham China’s Continued Engagement
中国澳大利亚商会持续推动商业交流
For AustCham China, participation in these discussions provides valuable opportunities to engage with senior government representatives and industry leaders, while gaining insight into developments shaping Australia–China trade and investment.
对于中国澳大利亚商会而言，参与此类交流为商会提供了与高级政府代表及行业领袖建立联系的机会，同时深入了解影响澳中贸易与投资关系的重要发展趋势。
Maintaining these connections supports the Chamber’s ability to keep members informed of emerging industry priorities, policy developments and potential areas for commercial collaboration. AustCham China remains committed to facilitating meaningful connections and supporting Australian businesses operating in the Chinese market.
持续维护这些联系，有助于商会向会员分享重点产业发展方向、政策动态及潜在商业合作领域。中国澳大利亚商会将继续促进有意义的商业联系，支持澳大利亚企业在中国市场的发展。
AustCham China thanks The Premier of Western Australia, Hon. Roger Cook MLA Premier; Minister for Defence Industries; Tourism; Trade and Investment, and Ms Cathy Kng, Western Australia’s Chief Representative for Greater China, for their kind invitation.
中国澳大利亚商会感谢西澳大利亚州州长兼国防工业、旅游、贸易与投资部长 罗杰.库克阁下，以及西澳大利亚州大中华区首席代表康依雯女士的盛情邀请。
We look forward to continuing to support stronger connections between Western Australia, China and the wider Australian business community.
商会期待继续推动西澳、中国及更广泛的澳大利亚商业界之间建立更加紧密的联系与合作。
