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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Negotiations on the UK’s Future Trading Relationship with Australia: Update

12 October 2020 · Department for International Trade

Proposed by Elizabeth Truss Con South West Norfolk

Business & Trade

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK and Australia held the second round of negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement.
  • Both countries are committed to continuing discussions towards a comprehensive FTA in November.
  • No specific action is requested from the UK Parliament regarding these negotiations.

Issue summary

The statement provides an update on the second round of negotiations between the UK and Australia for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA).

Action requested

No specific action is requested, but both countries are committed to continuing discussions towards a comprehensive FTA in November.

Key facts

  • The second UK-Australia FTA negotiating round took place from 21 September to 2 October.
  • Talks involved officials from 12 different UK government departments and covered all chapter areas including Digital and Telecoms, Competition, Goods, Government Procurement, and Rules of Origin.
  • Both countries have committed to further discussions ahead of the third negotiating round expected in November.
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