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U.S.-Australia trade relations improve with lifted beef import restrictions

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Rep. Adrian Smith, U.S. Representative for Nebraska's 3rd District | Adrian Smith Official Website

Rep. Adrian Smith, U.S. Representative for Nebraska's 3rd District | Adrian Smith Official Website

Representative Adrian Smith, who serves as the Chairman of the Ways and Means Committee's Trade Subcommittee, expressed his views following a significant development in U.S.-Australia trade relations. Officials from both countries have announced that Australia will lift its restrictions on importing beef from the United States.

Smith stated, "While Australia is a valuable trading partner, their long-standing restrictions on U.S. beef were neither right nor reciprocal. The removal of these unscientific and unfair barriers, while long overdue, sends a strong message regarding the safety and quality of American agriculture products." He further emphasized the importance of presidential engagement in achieving this outcome: "This progress shows what can be achieved when a president is fully engaged and willing to stand up for American farmers and ranchers. I thank President Trump and his entire administration for their work to address this matter."

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