刚和特朗普签稀土大单，澳总理心里没底，转头就跟中国谈矿产合作

Group 1 - Australia recently signed an $8.5 billion mineral deal with the US, but is now seeking to strengthen mineral cooperation with China, indicating a strategic shift in its approach to mineral resources [1][3] - Chinese officials expressed willingness to deepen cooperation with Australia, emphasizing support for Chinese enterprises investing in Australia and the importance of maintaining a "free trade system" [3][10] - Australia recognizes the significance of China's role in the mineral sector, particularly in lithium and nickel refining, where over 90% of its lithium is processed in China [6][8] Group 2 - The economic relationship between Australia and China is mutually beneficial, with Australia relying heavily on exports of iron ore and coal, while China has a high demand for these resources [8][10] - Cooperation with China not only provides economic benefits but also enhances Australia's competitiveness through technology exchange and market information sharing [10] - Australia's alignment with the US may pose risks due to the unpredictable nature of US policies, making cooperation with China a more stable choice for economic recovery [10]