EU Relations with Australia: Time for a Strategic Partnership
EU Relations with Australia: Time for a Strategic Partnership

Author(s): Patryk Kugiel
Subject(s): Economic policy, Government/Political systems, International relations/trade
Published by: PISM Polski Instytut Spraw Międzynarodowych
Keywords: Australia; Europe; European Union; Free Trade Agreement
Summary/Abstract: Australia is one of the important political and economic partners of the European Union. The UK’s exit from the EU risks undermining the traditional ties and the uncertainty surrounding U.S. global leadership in the face of China’s growing role requires closer cooperation with Australia. That is why the EU should recognise the country as a strategic partner and seek the swift conclusion of free-trade-agreement (FTA) negotiations. By supporting increased EU engagement, along with stronger bilateral cooperation, Poland may become a more attractive partner to Australia.

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