EU-Australia trade to boost growth, jobs and global ties

The EPP Group welcomes the trade agreement with Australia as a key step towards strengthening the EU’s global partnerships. At a time of rising uncertainty, it underscores Europe’s commitment to open, rules-based trade and closer ties with trusted Indo-Pacific partners. The deal is expected to reinforce supply chains, drive growth, and enhance Europe’s global standing.

"I am very happy to finally see the conclusion of an EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement. The elimination of tariffs will save many businesses significant amounts in customs duties and open up access to a new market, creating fresh business opportunities for European companies and strengthening their global competitiveness. At the same time, it will broaden consumer choice for European citizens. Deepening ties with a trusted partner on the other side of the world is especially important in these geopolitical times, providing greater stability and predictability for us all," says Jörgen Warborn MEP, EPP Group spokesman on international trade.

"Europe’s strength lies in cooperation, not isolation. By advancing ambitious trade agreements with reliable partners like Australia, we reinforce a rules-based global trading system that benefits businesses, workers and consumers alike," said Sean Kelly MEP, chair of the European Parliament’s Delegation for Relations with Australia and New Zealand. "With this agreement now within reach, Europe has a clear opportunity to boost resilience, create new opportunities for our businesses, and secure access to the critical raw materials we need for the future."

The EPP Group underlines that expanding trade beyond traditional partners is central to the EU’s strategy. An agreement with Australia opens new opportunities and deepens cooperation in sectors such as raw materials, clean energy, and innovation. The EPP Group stresses that the final deal must remain balanced, uphold European standards, and deliver tangible benefits for both parties.