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EU chief meets Australian PM as trade talks enter 'last mile'

EU Commission president Ursula von der Leyen met Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese as negotiations on a bilateral trade pact entered their final phase after years of talks.

Published Mar 23, 2026, 7:45 PM EDT | WFMZZ

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Tuesday as talks to strike a trade pact entered their 'last mile' after years of negotiations. The meeting signals a push to finalise the agreement following prolonged discussions.