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Europe and Australia are tightening relations: More than a trade agreement

URSULA VON DER LEYEN AUSTRALIA VISIT

President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese sign a joint statement during a ceremony at Parliament House in Canberra, Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch) NO ARCHIVING Source: AAP / Lukas Coch

The new trade agreement between the European Union and Australia marks an important step towards a deeper partnership in uncertain geopolitical times. In an interview, German Ambassador Beate Grzeski explains why this is not just about trade and what new opportunities this creates for large and medium-sized German companies.


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The German Ambassador to Australia, Beate Grzeski.

Disclaimer: We would like to point out that the opinions expressed in this article represent the personal views of the interviewed/interlocutor.


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