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Industry Concerns Over Government Decisions
Stakeholders accuse the Albanese government of prioritizing international trade access—particularly to the US—over Australia’s biosecurity integrity. Critics argue that the decision to lift the ban on US beef imports seems driven by diplomatic or economic motives aimed at appeasing American partners, especially in light of ongoing trade tensions and tariffs.
Several experts highlight that the US, along with Canada and Mexico, processes beef imports in ways that could obscure their origins, increasing risks. The concern isn’t only about direct US beef imports but also about processed products originating elsewhere—potentially harboring dangerous pathogens—that could enter Australia via the US supply chain.