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Monday, October 21, 2024

Tap into China's new wine culture, sizzling welcome for King River wagyu and more

Australian delegation to the Philippines

Australia and the Philippines: Partners in prosperity

A high-powered delegation of Australian investors and businesses visited the Philippines on a two-day mission to boost two-way investment and trade ties.

The delegation comprised 14 organisations, with institutional investors representing A$1.7 trillion in funds and assets under management. The corporate delegates had a collective market capitalisation of A$120 billion.

The Philippines is the fastest-growing economy in Southeast Asia with the second largest population.

News and insights

Charges for tailored trade support recommence

From 1 October 2024, Austrade ended the pause on charging for tailored trade support.

Austrade temporarily paused charging Australian businesses for tailored trade support during the COVID pandemic. As COVID pressures have eased, charging for these services recommenced on 1 October 2024.

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Resumption of live rock lobster trade with China

The Australian Government has agreed a timetable with China for the full resumption of Australian live rock lobster exports by the end of the year.

Media release

Tap into China's new wave of wine culture

Cosy wine bistros and small bars are springing up across China. Find out more about the new wave of wine culture and how to uncork export opportunities.

New quarantine rules for exporting dairy to Indonesia

From 1 October 2024 Australian businesses exporting dairy products to Indonesia face new quarantine rules.

Vietnamese farmers working in agriculture field

Opportunities for Australian agritech to address climate risks in Vietnam

Vietnamese farmers and producers are seeking solutions to increase food production efficiency and improve sustainability.

Want to help make paperless trade a reality?

The Attorney-General's Department has opened consultation on options for implementing the Model Law on Electronic Transferable Records in Australia.

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Success stories

Korea extends a sizzling welcome for King River Wagyu

Tariff cuts under the Korea-Australia Free Trade Agreement have opened a valuable market for the north Queensland beef producer.

Kakadu Organics' founder Kylie-Lee Bradford

Kakadu Organics builds export success on love of native foods

First Nations business Kakadu Organics is working with Austrade to export food, teas and wellness products made from native ingredients.

A feast of opportunities at Fine Food Australia

Buyers from 11 countries joined more than 100 of Austrade's food and beverage clients at Australia's leading food industry trade show.

Events

2024

Free webinars: Export Market Development Grants - How to submit your online application

30-31 October: Export Market Development Grants (EMDG) experts will step you through the online application form. Please note there is a specific webinar for each tier, including one for representative bodies.

2025

Wonders of Australia store promotion, India

AAHAR 2025

5-9 March: Join the Australia Pavilion at India's largest processed food and beverage expo covering food products, beverages, dairy products, confectionery and bakery, fresh fruits and vegetables, nutraceuticals and more. Express interest by 30 November 2024.

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International Food and Drink Event (IFE) 2025

17-19 March: Be part of the United Kingdom's premier food and beverage event bringing together retailers, wholesalers, importers, exporters and hospitality professionals. Express interest by

4 November 2024.

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