Stirling Griff (SA, Centre Alliance) Share this | Hansard source

My question is to the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment, Senator Birmingham, and relates to trade with China. South Australian lobsters were among tonnes of lobster left decomposing on the tarmac in China, allegedly due to customs delays. The Chinese government has subsequently used state media to confirm export suspensions on several products key to South Australia's economy, including the highly sought-after southern rock lobster of which South Australia produces 53 per cent of Australia's 3,000 metric tonnes. Has the minister spoken with the Seafood Trade Advisory Group, representing the industry, to provide urgent assistance and, if not, why not?