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

12 October 2020

Proposing MP
Elizabeth Truss Con
South West Norfolk
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for International Trade
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At a Glance

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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