Senate debates

Thursday, 14 September 2023

Questions without Notice

Trade with the United Kingdom

2:31 pm

Photo of Don FarrellDon Farrell (SA, Australian Labor Party, Minister for Trade and Tourism) Share this | Hansard source

Thank you, Senator O'Neill, for your first supplementary question. Yes, I can provide that information to you, because our trade deal with the United Kingdom is a gold-standard free trade agreement. It delivers for Australian farmers, businesses and workers by removing import tariffs on over 99 per cent of our $10 billion two-way trade in goods with the United Kingdom. The removal of these border taxes increases opportunities for Australian exports of not only sugar but also beef, sheep meat, wine, honey, dairy and manufactured products like auto parts, electrical equipment and cosmetic products. The agreement also supports our services exporters by making it easier for Australian workers to provide services into the UK market. The Albanese government has delivered a great deal that provides unprecedented benefits for all Australians, creating more higher-paying jobs and commercial opportunities.

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