China’s third-ranking official has urged Australia to respect Beijing’s claims over Taiwan and the South China Sea during meetings in Canberra.
Zhao Leji, chairman of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee and a close ally of CCP leader Xi Jinping, met Australia’s Governor-General Samantha Mostyn and attended a breakfast hosted by Prime Minister Albanese on Nov. 24.
He also met Senate President Sue Lines and Speaker of the House of Representatives Milton Dick.
His visit triggered a rare security notice inside Parliament House asking MPs to switch off their electronic devices. Outside, Falun Gong practitioners protested over Zhao’s alleged role in the group’s persecution in China….
Senior CCP Leader Urges Australia to Respect Beijing’s Taiwan Position
