On the afternoon of 11 December 2025, the China Chamber of Commerce in Australia (CCCA) successfully held its 2025 National Board of Directors Meeting in Canberra. More than 40 participants attended the meeting, including presidents of the Chamber’s state branches, national executive directors, directors, and authorised representatives.
The meeting reviewed and approved the 2022–2025 Work Summary and the 2026 Work Plan, amendments to the Chamber’s constitution, the revamp of its official website, and the proposed establishment of a New Energy Professional Committee, among other matters. The meeting also completed the leadership transition for the new term, including the election of the new Board of Directors, President, Vice Presidents, and Secretary-General. The meeting was chaired by Secretary-General Ma Lei.
President Li Mang delivered the Chamber’s Work Report for the 2022–2025 term. He noted that over the past three years, the Chamber has consistently focused on the framework of the China–Australia Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and the China–Australia Free Trade Agreement, strengthening engagement with Australian government and business communities, supporting member enterprises in better integrating into the local market, and publishing the Country Development Report on Chinese Enterprises in Australia, which has effectively enhanced the public image of Chinese enterprises and the Chamber.
He further highlighted that state branches and professional committees have worked collaboratively to carry out a series of practical initiatives centred on trade and economic exchange, policy interpretation, and professional services. The Chamber’s membership has now exceeded 450 companies, with an expanding industry coverage and steadily increasing overall influence. Looking ahead, the Chamber will continue to uphold the principles of service-oriented operations, win–win cooperation, and compliant governance, and will further advance the depth and quality of China–Australia economic and trade cooperation.
During the meeting, the Chamber’s Legal and Compliance Committee, Financial Services Committee, Resources and Energy Committee, Women Entrepreneurs Committee, Aviation Committee, and External Relations Committee each presented their respective work reports. State branches in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, and Sydney reviewed their 2025 achievements and outlined key priorities for the coming year. The Chamber’s legal counsel, King & Wood Mallesons, delivered a summary of legal and compliance work and provided briefings on current issues of concern.
Following the Board meeting, the Chamber convened a National Members’ General Meeting. The meeting formally approved the appointments of the new Board members, President, and Secretary-General, and reported on other resolutions passed at the National Board meeting. Anderson Accounting Firm presented the audit report on the Chamber’s financial position for the 2024/2025 financial year.
The meeting successfully completed all scheduled agenda items and provided clear direction for the Chamber’s work in 2026. The Board and all members of CCCA will continue to work in unity and with a spirit of innovation, making greater contributions to the healthy development of China–Australia economic and trade relations.
