Sydney, March 18, 2026 (AFP) - EU chief 's Australia visit raises hopes for trade deal

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2026-03-18
EU chief Ursula von der Leyen will visit Australia next week, raising expectations a free-trade deal can be struck after years of negotiations. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Wednesday confirmed he will meet von der Leyen in Canberra on March 24. She will travel to Australia between March 23 and 25, accompanied by EU trade commissioner Maros Sefcovic. Improved access to the European market for Australia's lamb and beef is among the few issues......
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