No one should expect an early end to China’s coal boat diplomacy that has resulted in discrimination against Australian imports being embraced at pretty much all the Middle Kingdom’s key import terminals.
The consensus view among Australia’s major coal exporters and traders is that progress on resolving China’s now post-winter carbon market prejudices cannot start until the May election clarifies the political colour of Australia’s next government.
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Matthew Stevens writes on business, specialising in mining, energy and opinion. Matthew is a senior business writer and columnist. Email Matthew at matthew.stevens@afr.com.au
