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Australia treasurer to discuss tariffs with US Treasury's Bessent in Washington

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers will meet U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss tariffs on steel and aluminium imports in Washington next Tuesday.
The talks will occur during an investment summit focused on enhancing economic ties between Australia and the U.S.
Chalmers stated, "I don’t expect to conclude them while I’m there" regarding ongoing discussions about tariffs.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese expressed confidence in reaching a deal, citing a "tremendous start" to Australia's relationship with the new U.S. Administration.

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Denver Gazette

Australia treasurer to meet US Treasury's Bessent amid push for tariff exemption

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The Hill

Australian treasurer seeking tariff exemption in talks with Bessent

Australia’s treasurer, Jim Chalmers, will continue to push for steel and aluminum tariff exemptions in his discussions with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent this week. Chalmers traveled to Washington Sunday night for his first in-person meeting with his counterpart since Bessent assumed the post, though Chalmers noted in a statement that “our established relationship predates this…

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ThePatriotLight - Australia treasurer to discuss tariffs with US Treasury's Bessent in Washington

ThePatriotLight - Australia's Treasurer Jim Chalmers said on Sunday he would visit the United States this week to meet with U.S. counterpart Scott Bessent for talks, including about tariffs.Australia treasurer to discuss tariffs with US Treasury's Bessent in Washington

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South China Morning Post

Australia pushes for tariff exemptions in crucial Washington visit ahead of election

Australia’s treasurer Jim Chalmers is seeking US tariff exemptions for steel and aluminium, crucial for PM Albanese’s government ahead of coming elections.

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Bloomberg

Australia’s Chalmers to Press Bessent for Exemption to Tariffs

Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers said he would be traveling to Washington DC later on Sunday as the US ally presses its case to be excluded from tariffs.

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