In comments to Euronews, the Australian government has responded to European Parliament President Roberta Mestola’s hint that Australia and New Zealand could also be invited to be “associate members” of the European Union.

While Australia’s relationship with the EU has “never been stronger or more important”, the spokesperson said Canberra is focusing on finalising the EU-Australia trade deal “which will bring us even closer together”.

“This once-in-a-generation deal gives our farmers, exporters, producers and businesses access to 27 EU countries and 450 million consumers,” the spokesperson said.

“Australia is a trading nation, and in a time of…

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