European Union

The European Union collectively generates an estimated 30 per cent share of the world's nominal gross world product, reflecting the significance of the region in terms of bilateral trade, investment and cooperation.

Western Australian goods exports to the European Union have steadily increased over the past ten years from A$2.8 billion in 1999 to A$8.9 billion in 2008.

There is a wealth of trade opportunities available in a number of sectors, including:

agriculture
biotechnology
education
environmental and renewable technologies
food and beverages
information and communication technology
marine and defence
minerals and mining
mining and petroleum services
petroleum and gas.

For more information please see the Market Fact Sheet or contact Manager, Europe.

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