On 6 June 2026, Consul-General Dr Ruan Zongze was invited to  the Opening Ceremony of the Australia–China Friendship Association (ACFS) National Conference and 75th Anniversary and delivered a speech. ACFS National President Ms Jan Everett, Vice President of Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries Mr Yuan Mindao, Minister-Counsellor for Education Ms Li Wei (on behalf of Ambassador Xiao Qian), and others were also present at the opening ceremony.

Dr Ruan stated that the Communist Party of China is the only correct choice to lead the Chinese people in realizing national independence and great rejuvenation. He emphasized that Taiwan is an inalienable part of China's territory. He noted that China–Australia relations have continued to develop steadily and that people-to-people exchanges serve the interests of both countries. He expressed the hope that the ACFS would continue to  make lasting contributions to friendship between the two nations.

The annual conference was held under the theme of "Building Bridges for a Shared Future". The atmosphere of the event was friendly and constructive.