September 2, 2016

A Briefing Book, given to all senators and members by Australia's Parliamentary Library recently, warned them of China's "Belt and Road" initiative and expressed concerns toward it. The book called on senators to adopt a prudent mind toward China affairs and to keep alert toward China's motives behind its investments.

The book is an epitome of some Australians' attitude toward China. The news that Labor Senator Sam Dastyari from New South Wales accepted political donations from a Chinese man has caused quite a stir. The Chinese donor was found to have paid his legal bills, and Dastyari reportedly supported China's stance in the South China Sea issue. Conservative forces within Australia launched an assault on Dastyari and urged him to resign.

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