Australia's free trade talks with the EU

DOING A FREE TRADE DEAL WITH THE EUROPEAN UNION

* Australia has wanted better access to the EU markets for decades

* Brexit and the United States' protectionism have accelerated negotiations

* Europeans are concerned about "geographic indicators" on Australian products, such as parmesan or prosecco

* Also worried about Australian farmers flooding the beef and lamb markets

* EU Trade Commissioner says difficulties can be worked out

* Trade Minister Steve Ciobo says he wants to see "premium" Australian farming products in Europe

* Talks officially launched on Monday

* First round of intensive negotiations early July in Brussels