Civil Society Dialogue on the EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement

• Date: 21/04/2026, 15:00-16:30
• Location: WEBEX and R. Schuman (BERL)

Meeting details

Registration closes on: Wednesday 15 April 12:00

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At this meeting, the European Commission will present and discuss with civil society the key features of the EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement. The conclusion of the negotiations was announced on 24 March 2026 by European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen during her trip to Australia. The meeting offers an opportunity for an exchange of views with civil society organisations on the EU’s trade policy with Australia and its future. 

Speakers

Lead speaker

• Head of Unit - South and South East Asia, Australia and New Zealand and Chief Negotiator for the EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement negotiations, Directorate-General for Trade, European Commission

Moderator

• Civil Society Coordination - Transparency, Civil society and Communication Unit, Directorate-General for Trade, European Commission

Agenda

1. Introduction.
2. Presentation of the outcome of EU-Australia Free Trade Agreement negotiations
3. Open discussion with stakeholders.

This is a hybrid meeting. We would be grateful if participants could arrive 30 minutes in advance. There will be a welcome desk in the security screening area of the Berlaymont building where IDs will be checked for security clearance. Please bring with you the confirmation of your V-pass and an ID card or passport.

Webex access code and password will be sent to registered participants. We would be grateful if participants could launch their WEBEX connection at least 30 minutes in advance of the meeting so that any technical problems can be arranged in time before the meeting.

Related documents

• Meeting report