The UK and Australia have agreed a free trade deal, the first agreement negotiated from scratch after Brexit.
Boris Johnson said the tariff-free deal, which will see British cars, Scotch whisky and confectionery become cheaper to sell, marked a “new dawn in the UK’s relationship with Australia, underpinned by our shared history and common values”.
The prime minister added: “Our new free-trade agreement opens fantastic opportunities for British businesses and consumers, as well as young people wanting the chance to work and live on the other side of the world.
“This is global Britain at its best – looking outwards and striking deals that deepen our alliances and help ensure every part of the country builds back better from the pandemic.”