Queensland strengthened trade ties with China with millions of dollars in export deals. Following the HOFEX 2025 trade expo in China, 15 Australian companies have generated $3.99 million in export outcomes while securing 191 new trade leads.
Through 17 high-level trade, investment and education meetings in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Shenzhen, the delegation aimed to re-establish Australia’s commercial presence in China.
A key outcome from the mission includes the opening of a new Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) office in Shenzhen. In the past seven months, TIQ offices have driven more than $46 million in commercial outcomes for Queensland businesses. The new Shenzhen office is expected to boost exports in the Greater Bay Area and attract investment in regional industries.
“Queensland is back on the global stage, and we’re open for business,” said minister for finance, trade, employment and training Ros Bates.
Since the launch of the Queensland-China Trade and Investment Strategy 2025, this new establishment is seen as a key part of the government’s economic growth plan to support exporters, create jobs and drive trade outcomes with high-value exports.
Ros Bates, who led the delegation, addresses how Queensland’s relationship with China will determine the future economy of Australia.
“China is Queensland’s largest trading partner, accounting for more than $43 billion in trade last year alone,” she said.
“We are leading from the front with our trade partners, assuring stakeholders that Queensland is delivering on our commitment to stability, certainty, and growth.”