The Albanese Labor Government has agreed a timetable with China for the full resumption of Australian live rock lobster exports by the end of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This will save the jobs of 3,000 Australians employed in the industry, 2,000 of which are in Western Australia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The agreement to a timetable for the re-entry of live rock lobster was made during a meeting between Prime Minister Albanese and China\u2019s Premier Li Qiang today on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit in Vientiane, Laos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This outcome is another step towards stabilising the bilateral relationship between China and Australia. This is positive news for the lobster industry and for Chinese consumers, who will have access to high-quality Australian rock lobsters in time for Lunar New Year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Since 2020, Australian rock lobsters have been effectively prevented from entering China\u2019s market, which was worth over $700 million in 2019.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We acknowledge the Australian rock lobster industry for their resilience during a challenging period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Albanese Government has seen progress on the removal of trade impediments for wine, barley, coal, cotton, timber logs, copper ores and concentrates; and some meat establishments \u2013 almost $20 billion worth of Australian exports.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With our patient, calibrated, and deliberate approach, we are restoring Australian trade with our largest export market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Albanese Government will continue with its calm and consistent approach to the China relationship – where we cooperate where we can, disagree where we must, and engage in the national interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cResolution of trade impediments is at the top of our Government\u2019s agenda. The reinstatement in normalised trade for all commodities is front and centre of the Government\u2019s engagement strategy with China.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cIt is in the interests of both our countries to continue this path of stabilising our relationship. A resumption in trade for all Australian commodities is an important part of this process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cHaving dialogue helps us navigate our differences and build upon areas where we can cooperate \u2013 without compromising on any Australian interests.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Albanese Government\u2019s approach to China has been patient, calibrated and deliberate \u2013 and our approach has paid dividends for Australians and for the national interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe continue to urge Australian businesses to diversify to grow value for their companies and for their country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis is a great outcome for the Australian lobster industry and for Chinese consumers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Albanese Government is delivering for Australian farmers, miners, businesses and workers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cI encourage businesses to continue to take advantage of new trade diversification opportunities created by this Government.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThis agreement on a timetable with China for the full resumption of trade by the end of the year is a significant step forward for Australia\u2019s rock lobster industry and will deliver job security for fishing communities in regional areas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe resumption of full Australian rock lobster exports to China is expected to have a trade potential of over $700 million.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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