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China suspends importation of more Australian beef as trade battle escalates
China has suspended the importation of more Australian beef, this time from Meramist Pty Ltd, the sixth supplier to face such a move in a country that is one of China’s main meat suppliers.
Key points:
- China is Australia’s largest trading partner, making up 30 per cent of exports
- Five other beef suppliers have been hit with import bans this year
- It comes as tensions between the two nations escalate
China made the decision on Monday but did not give provide a reason.
It has already banned imports from five other Australian beef suppliers this year, citing reasons that have included issues with labelling and health certificates.
Australia’s ties with China — its top trade partner — were already strained. The relationship has significantly…
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