A former top Australian diplomat has characterized the current state of China-Australia relations as having reached a "good enough" baseline. This assessment follows a period of significant bilateral strain that began in 2017, marking a transition toward what is described as a more realistic footing for the two nations.
While the relationship has stabilized, the current baseline remains below the broader strategic ambitions held by Beijing. The shift reflects a move away from the intense volatility of recent years, establishing a functional, if limited, level of engagement between Canberra and Beijing.
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