EU and Australia Negotiate Free Trade Agreement
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Updated Sep 14
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What happened
The European Union and Australia are currently negotiating a Free Trade Agreement. Talks have explored how to strengthen and deepen relations between the two blocs. In September 2026, leaders including Anthony Albanese and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen discussed activating the potential deal as soon as possible.
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Why it matters
The talks focus on forging an EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement, which was reportedly agreed upon in March but required ratification on both sides. Trade Minister Don Farrell indicated he was open to all possibilities regarding new arrangements with Europe.
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Who's involved
- EuropeOne of the two negotiating parties in the potential Free Trade Agreement.
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The entities involved
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Europe
terrestrial continent located in north-western Eurasia
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