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Australia ‘disappointed’ with China’s 55% beef tariffs, as US$667 million in trade at risk
5-Jan-2026 South China Morning Post
Australia’s government is “disappointed” with China’s decision to impose new beef import tariffs, with one industry group warning the move could damage trade worth over A$1 billion (US$667 million) between the two countries.
ISDS tribunal publishes decision in first Clive Palmer ISDS case more than a year after hearings
17-Dec-2025 AFTINET
The tribunal in the first Clive Palmer ISDS case, which claimed $300 billion from the Australian government, has published its decision 10 weeks after it was announced by the government and more than a year after the original hearings.
Kingsgate announces settlement of dispute with Thai government, ending ‘Akara Gold Mine’ case
28-Nov-2025 The Nation
Kingsgate ends 8-year dispute with the Thai government over Akara Gold Mine. Arbitration process now concluding, with future business operations in Thailand in focus.
New Zealand to increase support for PACER Plus
28-Nov-2025 The National Tribune
New Zealand and Australia have announced an additional package of support for PACER Plus – the Pacific region’s most modern framework for rules-based trade.
ISDS exposed as a barrier to climate action and Australia to chair but not host 2026 climate negotiations
26-Nov-2025 AFTINET
As the UN climate conference began in Belem, Brazil last week, an official UN report explicitly called out Investor-State Dispute Settlement in trade agreements as a systemic barrier to financing climate action in developing countries.
EU explores investment in Australian resources as trade talks set to restart
21-Nov-2025 TradingView
The European Union is weighing new ways to invest directly in Australia’s critical resources sector, with Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič saying Brussels is exploring options ranging from equity stakes to long-term offtake agreements and joint investments.
New bilateral investment treaty with Australia being finalised
21-Nov-2025 Dawn
Pakistan and Australia agreed to continue talks to finalise a new bilateral investment treaty to foster and expand opportunities in key sectors including energy, mining, technology, agriculture and industrial development.
India, Australia eye ‘ambitious’ trade agreement
11-Nov-2025 Hindustan Times
India and Australia are enhancing their economic partnership, negotiating a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) to boost bilateral trade.
UAE set for trade boost as Cepas with Australia and Malaysia take effect
2-Oct-2025 The National
The UAE’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements with Australia and Malaysia have taken effect in a move expected to help the Emirates boost trade and bolster economic ties with the two countries.
Clive Palmer’s multibillion-dollar claims make a mockery of a tribunal that allows foreign investors to challenge court decisions
1-Oct-2025 The Guardian
The billionaire’s last three cases are part of a growing global list from fossil fuel companies against government decisions to reduce carbon emissions.
AFTINET webinar: ISDS - Fossil fuel companies’ secret weapon against climate action and Clive Palmer case outcome
1-Oct-2025 AFTINET
With COP30 in Brazil around the corner and with the prospect of Australia co-hosting COP31 next year, a major threat to effective climate action continues to fly under the radar: Investor-State Dispute Settlement mechanisms in trade and investment agreements.
UAE trade agreement to come into effect
30-Sep-2025 Australian Minister for Trade and Tourism
The Albanese Government is delivering on its trade diversification agenda through the entry into force of the landmark free trade agreement with the United Arab Emirates on 1 October.
Clive Palmer ordered to pay $13m after claim of being ‘foreign investor’ in Australian mining project thrown out
29-Sep-2025 The Guardian
Attorney general says mining magnate is ‘not a foreign investor’ and is ‘not entitled to any benefits under Australia’s free trade and investment agreements’
India in talks with nearly a dozen nations for trade agreement including US, EU, Australia
16-Sep-2025 The Tribune
According to official updates from the commerce ministry, the country has accelerated discussions on free trade agreements with key partners across multiple regions.
India, Australia conclude another round of talks for comprehensive trade pact
27-Aug-2025 The Economic Times
India and Australia concluded the 11th round of negotiations Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA). Discussions encompassed goods, services, digital trade, and various regulatory aspects. Both nations are committed to maintaining momentum through virtual sessions, striving for an early and mutually beneficial agreement.
Australia, India likely to finalise expanded FTA soon: Farrell
25-Jul-2025 Business World
Australian Trade Minister Don Farrell announced the near-finalization of an expanded Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with India, delayed previously due to Australia’s federal election timeline.
China, Australia talk free trade, more dialogue as leaders meet in Beijing
16-Jul-2025 Reuters
A decade-old free trade agreement between China and Australia will be reviewed, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said.
Malaysia continues to forge trade, investment ties with global strategic partners, says Tengku Zafrul
15-Jul-2025 The Star
The Trade Minister said their discussions covered various strategic initiatives, from the review of free trade agreements, including the Malaysia-Australia Free Trade Agreement and the Malaysia-Pakistan Closer Economic Partnership Agreement.
Albanese revives push for Australia-EU Free Trade Agreement at G7 Summit
3-Jul-2025 AFTINET
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has reaffirmed Australia’s ambition to finalise a long-delayed Free Trade Agreement with the European Union.
German Chancellor Freidrich Merz asks Anthony Albanese whether he can help speed up Australia-EU free trade agreement
18-Jun-2025 Mercury
Australia could be on the verge of cementing a free trade deal with multiple major countries, with both parties acknowledging the symbolic significance of the pact.