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EU Chief Arrives in Australia to Finalize Long-Overdue Free Trade Deal
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived Monday, seeking a breakthrough on the stalled free trade agreement between Brussels and Canberra. Following her controversial decision last week regarding Mercosur which sparked anger among farmers in Europe's southern blocs, she is now aiming to secure this new pact despite ongoing agricultural backlash at home. Officials project that successfully concluding these negotiations could boost European GDP by €4 billion annually through 2030 if the deal materializes as hoped for during her visit today and beyond.
Key Points
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1EU Commission President Ursula von der Layn has arrived in Australia for negotiations on a new free trade agreement.
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2This marks the first trip to Canberra by EU leadership since taking office, following controversial deals with Mercosur and domestic agricultural backlash from Europe.
Developments
[Mar 23]
EU Chief Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Australia for trade negotiations (multiple sources).