Australia Trade Minister Calls New U.S. Tariffs Unwarranted, Vows to Push for Removal

Australia's trade minister has sharply criticized the new U.S. tariffs, describing them as "totally unwarranted." The official stated that Canberra will persist in its efforts to secure removal of the measures, urging the U.S. trade representative to eliminate all tariffs.

The statement underscores escalating trade friction between the two allies. Australia has been actively lobbying against protectionist policies that it argues harm bilateral economic ties. The minister's comments reaffirm a firm stance on defending Australian trade interests.