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Penny Wong Advocates Tariff Relief and Defense Boost in U.S.

6/30/2025

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Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong is set to meet with U.S. officials in Washington to address pressing regional security issues and advocate for tariff relief on exports. As calls grow for Australia to boost defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, Wong seeks a complete exemption from U.S. tariffs impacting vital industries.

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Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong is set to meet with U.S. officials in Washington to address pressing regional security issues and advocate for tariff relief on exports. As calls grow for Australia to boost defense spending to 3.5% of GDP, Wong seeks a complete exemption from U.S. tariffs impacting vital industries.