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The prime minister has spoken to Chinese premier, Li Qiang, over the phone to discuss energy security, as the government moves to secure fuel supplies with nations across Asia.

Anthony Albanese confirmed on Tuesday he would be flying to Singapore this week to lock in fuel imports.