Consulate General of China in Perth

Chinese Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Responds to False Accusations Against China by the "Five Eyes" Intelligence Agencies

Q: First, what was the reason China banned four New Zealand lawmakers from traveling for one year and demanded an apology after they traveled to Taiwan, if you can explain a little bit more? Secondly, intelligence agencies from the so-called Five-Eyes Alliance including the U.S. and the UK said that Chinese spies are using online job platforms to recruit people. What would you say about that?
A: On your first question, several individual New Zealand lawmakers visited China’s Taiwan region in disregard of the grave concern and firm opposition of the Chinese side. Their action violates the one-China principle and interferes in China’s internal affairs. In accordance with relevant laws of the People’s Republic of China, the Chinese side has decided to take measures including an entry ban.
I need to stress that the one-China principle, a prevailing international consensus and a basic norm in international relations, is also the political cornerstone of China-New Zealand relations. We urge the individuals concerned to earnestly respect China’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and strictly abide by the one-China principle. Anyone who tramples on the red line and oversteps on the Taiwan question must pay the price.
On the second question, as the world’s largest intelligence cooperation network, the “Five Eyes” has long engaged in massive systemic espionage all over the world. It is ironic that such an organization is accusing China of “spy threat.”

Consul General Fu Lihua Visits the Western Range Iron Ore Project
On June 3 2026, Consul General Fu Lihua visited the West Range iron ore project located in the Pilbara area of Western Australia, a joint venture between China Baowu and Rio Tinto.
Western Range Project officially commenced production in early 2025, with a designed annual capacity of 25 million tonnes of PB lump and PB fine. Western Range has injected sustained momentum into local community development and regional economic prosperity. During the construction phase, Western Range Project created approximately 1,600 jobs and provides long-term, stable employment opportunities for over 880 residential and FIFO employees in the Paraburdoo area, effectively driving the development of local businesses, services and supply chains. Furthermore, through mining royalties and taxes, Western Range Project continuously supports the economic development of Australia especially Western Australia.
Western Range Project is located on the traditional lands of the Yinhawangka People. Rio Tinto, Baowu and the Yinhawangka community have maintained a strong, long-term cooperative relationship, continuously collaborating in areas such as cultural heritage protection, Indigenous employment and community development.
Western Range Project represents a significant achievement of long-term, mutually beneficial cooperation between China and Australia in the resources sector, fully demonstrating the strong partnership of mutual benefit, win-win outcomes and shared development.

Happy WA Day!
On this special day, the Chinese Consulate General in Perth extends its warmest wishes to all Western Australians.
Western Australia's openness, diversity and community spirit continue to make it a vibrant place to live, work and connect. We are pleased to see the enduring friendship and cooperation between China and Western Australia growing through exchanges in various fields.
May WA Day inspire greater understanding, friendship and collaboration as we work together for a brighter future.

Western Australia
WA Government
The Parliament of Western Australia
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On May 28, 2026, Consul General Fu Lihua paid a visit to Mayor Terresa Lynes - City of Gosnells, exchanging ideas on more extensive cooperation and people-to-people exchanges between China and Gosnells.

On May 22, 2026, Consul General Fu Lihua visited the magnetite mine of Karara Mining Limited in the Mid-West of Western Australia.
Karara Mining Limited has developed the magnetite mine into a leading international mining operation in Western Australia by leveraging Ansteel’s world-class magnetite beneficiation technology. Its magnetite operations in the Mid West region have made substantial contributions to the Western Australian economy through the creation of nearly 1,000 jobs for local employees and contractors, significant royalty payments to the State, and sustained economic activity across the supply chain. The company actively engages with local communities and Australian culture, including initiatives such as the establishment of a community farm and ongoing engagement with regional stakeholders. In addition, its operations facilitate steady exports of iron ore through the Port of Geraldton, further strengthening the region’s role in global trade. Through these efforts, the company continues to promote regional development while enhancing economic cooperation and mutual understanding between China and Australia.

While attending the exchange forum between Western Australian school principals and the Zhejiang education delegation, Consul General Fu Lihua stated that Zhejiang and Western Australia have maintained friendly exchanges and close cooperation for nearly 40 years since establishing their sister-province/state relationship, with strong cultural and people-to-people bonds. She encouraged schools on both sides to jointly organize diverse exchange activities, facilitate dialogue and sharing, and continuously strengthen mutual understanding, friendship, and trust between the people of China and Western Australia.

On May 23, 2026, Deputy Consul General Wang Fengzhong attended the ceremony to celebrate the 4th anniversary of the founding of Multicultural Connect Australia (MCA) and delivered a speech. May MCA continue with development and more contributions to China-WA cultural and art exchanges and harmony and progress of all communities.