China’s trade action against Australian barley and beef

China imposed tariffs on Australian barley, citing anti-dumping claims. Additionally, it also suspended imports from several Australian abbatoirs. However, subsequent trade actions indicate this is unlikely a simple trade dispute, but more likely a political response.

China imposed tariffs on Australian barley, citing anti-dumping claims. Additionally, it also suspended imports from several Australian abbatoirs. However, subsequent trade actions indicate this is unlikely a simple trade dispute, but more likely a political response.

Further reading:
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  2. Australia’s trade war with China is unwinnable for both countries
  3. Australia’s asymmetrical trade with China offers little room to move