Kim Carr (Victoria, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Innovation, Industry, Science and Research) Share this | Hansard source

I would be happy to seek further advice on this matter. It is my understanding that the Prime Minister did raise these questions with the Chinese government, that the reported suggestion of a slowdown in the Chinese economy was discussed specifically and that the growth rates that have been predicted for China are likely to be revised. However, it is my understanding that the Chinese government will be taking all the steps it can to actually address these issues and will be applying considerable attention to these matters. I am hopeful that I will be able to provide further information. I do not believe that the reported reduction in Chinese demand is quite as significant as some of the press reports have indicated.