This Guide outlines the obligations contained in the Agreement establishing the ASEAN–Australia–New Zealand Free Trade Area. The Guide was prepared by Australian Government officials and does not form part of the Agreement signed by Australian, New Zealand and ASEAN member governments. This publication is based on the text of the Agreement establishing the ASEAN–Australia–New Zealand Free Trade Area as at 27 February 2009.
This publication is a guide intended to provide general background information to the Agreement establishing the ASEAN–Australia–New Zealand Free Trade Area. Views offered herein are without prejudice to any legal interpretation of the Agreement by the Australian Government. The information contained in the document does not constitute and is not intended to be legal or commercial advice.
While every care has been taken in ensuring the accuracy of the information provided, the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, its officers, employees and agents, accept no liability for any loss, damage or expense arising out of, or in connection with, any reliance on any omissions or inaccuracies in the material contained in this publication.