We have a 'paradoxical' relationship with China, Australian trade minister says

Farrell said in an interview with Bloomberg that "we're not going be able do this in one fell swoop." There are many areas in which we'd like to see progress, and we will continue to work with China on these issues. Farrell also said Australia was seeking "a more predictable and transparent regulatory environment" in China. Don Farrell, Australia’s Minister for Trade and Tourism, says that although China is Australia's largest trading partner there are $20 billion worth trade obstacles that won't resolve overnight. Farrell said in an interview with Bloomberg that "we're not going be able do this in one fell swoop." We would like to see progress in many areas and will continue to work with China on these issues. "Farrell stated that Australia also seeks "a more predictable and transparent regulatory environment" in China.