Starting today (Fri), Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is leading an eight-day trade delegation to Australia, with stops in Sydney and Melbourne.
Walz’s office says it is Minnesota’s first-ever trade mission to Australia.
According to Walz, the mission will focus on increasing the state’s exports of goods and services… showcasing Minnesota as a top destination for business investment… and developing new partnerships.
In 2022, Minnesota’s total trade in goods with Australia was valued at $579 million, with exports of $438 million, and imports of $141 million.
Australia was Minnesota’s 13th largest market for goods and 19th largest market for agricultural products last year.