A series of high-level visits and meetings over the past 12 months have laid the groundwork to establish a new status quo in Australia's bilateral relationship with China.
The most recent Foreign and Strategic Dialogue between Foreign Minister Penny Wong and China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi was an opportunity for a frank exchange of views on our shared interests and points of difference. An upcoming visit to Australia by China's Premier Li provides another opportunity for continued engagement on issues including consular cases, defence and trade, and to expand dialogue in key areas of importance, such as the Pacific, climate and energy cooperation and enhancing understanding and transparency.
Join Adelle Neary, Australia's outgoing Consul-General in Chengdu, as she reflects on her time at Post and efforts to pursue a stable and constructive relationship with China.
*Chatham House Rules apply for this event.
**Join us for food and drinks after the presentation.
*** Photo byLukas Coch AAPIMAGE
Agenda
- Registration
- Welcome and introduction
- Presentation and Q&A
Adelle Neary
Adelle Neary
Consul-General in Chengdu at DFATMs Neary is a career officer with the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. She has previously served overseas in Vientiane and Jakarta. In Canberra she has undertaken high profile work associated with the MH17 flight disaster as well as contributing to the work of the Foreign Policy White Paper Taskforce. She also served as an Adviser, International Division, Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet.
Ms Neary speaks Mandarin and holds a Bachelor of International Studies; a Bachelor of Laws (Honours); and a Bachelor of Science (Jurisprudence) from the University of Adelaide; and, a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the College of Law (NSW).
- Closing remarks
- Catered networking
