Australia joins the world's largest trade deal

Australian Trade Minister Simon Birmingham (right) and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison react after signing the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).

Australian Trade Minister Simon Birmingham (right) and Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Source: AAP

Australian businesses, universities and healthcare providers are set to benefit from the deal, as the Federal Government attempts to improve its relations with China in the process.



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