Mathias Cormann (WA, Liberal Party, Minister for Finance) Share this | Hansard source

I believe I've answered the main part of that question. As I've indicated the government doesn't have any plans to change taxation arrangements as they apply to the purchase of motor vehicles.

What I would say is that the government is pursuing and is committed to continuing to pursue a very ambitious free trade agenda. We understand that open markets and free trade help Australian exporting businesses to be more successful in key markets around the world, including in Japan, Korea, China and the like, which is where we've been able the finalise very attractive free trade agreements. Australian consumers are able to get better access at better prices to high-quality products from places like Japan, South Korea and other places around the world. So the government always continues to ensure that—(Time expired).