Beijing Targets Timber and Barley as Bullying Tactics Continue Against Australia

Beijing Targets Timber and Barley as Bullying Tactics Continue Against Australia
Blue gum forestry west of Parndana, Australia, on Feb. 23, 2020. Lisa Maree Williams/Getty Images
Daniel Y. Teng
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Australian timber has been roped into Beijing’s widening trade embargoes against the country, just days after $2 million worth of lobster imports were held up at a Chinese airport.

Federal Agriculture Minister David Littleproud confirmed Beijing suspended exports of logs from Queensland and expanded its barley ban to Victorian company Emerald Grain.

Daniel Y. Teng
Daniel Y. Teng
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Daniel Y. Teng is based in Brisbane, Australia. He focuses on national affairs, including federal politics and Australia-China relations. Got a tip? Contact him at [email protected].
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