Anthony Albanese backs Australian cafe owner in Canada over reported Vegemite stoush with local authorities
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As trade tensions escalate globally, Australia and Canada are embroiled in a mini trade standoff prompted by a dispute involving Vegemite. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese publicly supported a Toronto cafe owner, Leighton Walters, who faced action from the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) regarding the import of Vegemite, which reportedly contains additives not compliant with Canadian health regulations. Walters risked losing around C$8,000 worth of Vegemite due to this regulation. Despite Vegemite being available in Canada, none currently comply with local production standards, illustrating the complexities of international food trade relations.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese supports a local cafe owner in Canada facing import challenges with Vegemite, reflecting growing trade tensions.
Despite Vegemite's popularity in Canada, the CFIA claims it doesn't meet local health standards, prompting Albanese to advocate for the cafe owner.
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