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Last update: 20 minutes agoUS Tariffs Hit Australia: The US has confirmed a new 12.5% tariff on Australian exports from Friday, replacing the 10% baseline levy, with Washington citing forced-labour enforcement. Trade Response: Deputy PM Richard Marles says Australia supports tackling forced labour but argues the move is unjustified and inconsistent with the free trade agreement. Forced-Labour List: The US says 60 economies face duties after reviews found they didn’t effectively enforce bans on goods made with forced labour. Local Policy Pressure: Australia’s Clean Energy Investor Group is urging urgent EPBC Act implementation to speed renewable approvals, as the federal environment reforms roll out. Commonwealth Games Start: Glasgow’s Commonwealth Games opened with a sustainability-focused ceremony at the Hydro. NT Child Safety Debate: Northern Territory child protection changes are under fire after criticism from experts and advocates. Legal Watch: A Greek court has refused extradition of James Dalamangas over a 1999 Sydney murder request, citing statute limits.
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