China-Australia Relations: Importance and Impact of 'Bobby Bear' Character on Tasmania's Tourism Industry

CHINA-AUSTRALIA RELATIONS 1
China-Australia relations
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The relationship between China and Australia
China and Australia relationship, commonly identified as Sino-Australian relations has been of
importance to these two countries. The relationship has had some challenges especially
politically, and that’s why it has been referred to as a mixed bag by some people. However, over
the years the partnership has grown, and it’s quite stronger now. They engage in various aspects
such as cultural, political, and economic divides. China remains to be the largest trading partner
for Australia, especially in the mining and tourism industry while Australia provides several
resources to China (Pham, Nghiem, and Dwyer, p. 271). Therefore, this bilateral relationship can
be characterized as of absolute importance between the two nations. It is based on mutual
understanding, respect, and shared interests.
The ‘Bobby Bear’ character
Tasmania has played a huge role in the Chinese outbound tourism market. Since the time that
Tasmania was put on the Chinese tourist map, travelers visiting Tasmania are increasing over
time (Fallon and Kriwoken, p. 295). Introduction of the ‘Bobbie Bear’ character was the
beginning of overflow of tourists to Tasmania. After presentation and endorsement of ‘Bobbie