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Australia and EU Sign Free Trade Deal, Boosts Trade 33%

4/2/2026

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Albanese Secures Trade

On March 30, 2026, Australia and the European Union signed a free trade agreement after negotiations.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the partnership's potential for peace and prosperity.
The deal is expected to boost trade by 33% over the next decade.
Tariffs on over 99% of EU exports to Australia will be eliminated.
The EU aims to secure critical raw materials from Australia to enhance economic security.

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Albanese Boosts Energy

On March 31, 2026, Australia's parliament passed legislation enabling Export Finance Australia to buy, stockpile, and sell fuels and critical minerals amid energy shortages linked to the Middle East conflict.
The law expands Export Finance Australia's role from providing loans to acquiring fuels and rare earths.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's government allocated A$1.2 billion to fund the stockpile and stabilize supply chains amid panic-driven price rises.

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Albanese Secures Trade

On March 30, 2026, Australia and the European Union signed a free trade agreement after negotiations.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese emphasized the partnership's potential for peace and prosperity.
The deal is expected to boost trade by 33% over the next decade.
Tariffs on over 99% of EU exports to Australia will be eliminated.
The EU aims to secure critical raw materials from Australia to enhance economic security.

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