China's Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Daniel Andrews, premier of Victoria, Australia, during his visit to Melbourne on Wednesday.

Wang told the premier that China enjoys a good relationship with the state, adding that Victoria's pro-China policy is beneficial for the state and its people. Wang expressed hope that Victoria can continue to be a pioneer state in the cooperation between China and Australia.

China and Australia are both important economic drivers for the development of the Asia-Pacific region, Wang added.

Andrews said he treasured his state's friendship with China and supported a free trade agreement between China and Australia. He also acclaimed Chinese people's contribution to the state, and stated his hopes that more Chinese enterprises would invest in Victoria.