Australia and EU signal progress in trade negotiations
Australian and EU officials report progress in trade talks. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen may visit Australia this weekend to sign a deal.
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Trade negotiations between Australia and the European Union are showing signs of progress as both sides work toward a long-awaited agreement. Australian Trade Minister Don Farrell characterized a recent call with EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic as productive, signaling a renewed commitment to finalizing the deal.
"I am confident we can do a deal, and look forward to continuing to work with him to reach an agreement that is in Australia's national interest," Farrell said in a statement.