Tasmania On Show In Japan
Fifteen Tasmanian businesses are this week being showcased at northern Asia’s largest food and beverage trade show.
Held at Tokyo Big Sight from March 11 to 14, Foodex Japan 2025 will see an array of Tasmania’s finest products on show for international audiences.
Premier Jeremy Rockliff said Tasmania’s participation at Foodex Japan was a fantastic opportunity to highlight the State’s exceptional food and beverage offerings while strengthening Tasmania’s trade relationships with key markets in Asia.
“This trade show represents a tremendous opportunity for some of our outstanding businesses to showcase our quality produce to the world,” the Premier said.
“The Tasmanian Liberal Government will continue to advocate for open and free trade while supporting our exporters to expand their reach and mitigate external risks.
“That’s why it is crucial for our industries to proactively engage with multiple markets.
“Tasmanian business participation in this event underscores our commitment to strengthening trade ties and creating new opportunities for our local businesses.”
Foodex Japan 2025 provides an outstanding platform to highlight Tasmania’s premium food and beverage offerings while expanding trade relationships with key Asian markets. The event will host exhibitors and attendees from over 60 countries, offering Tasmanian businesses exposure to new opportunities and direct connections with buyers.
Tasmania’s delegation will be supported by Tasmanian Trade Advocate to Japan, Joe Gayton, and Tasmanian Trade Representative for South Korea, Jean Ough.
The 15 Tasmanian businesses participating include:
Premier Rockliff noted that the tradeshow follows record-breaking trade figures, reinforcing the strength of Tasmania’s export sector. The latest Australian Bureau of Statistics International Trade data shows Tasmania achieved $504 million worth of exports in January 2025.
“Over the 12 months to January 2025, Tasmania’s exports reached $4.64 billion, a 6.1 per cent increase from the previous year, significantly outperforming the national average, which saw a 6.9 per cent decline over the same period,” the Premier said.
“This growth demonstrates the strength and resilience of Tasmanian businesses, but we cannot be complacent. With challenges facing our aluminium exports, we must remain proactive across our industries.
“We back our exporters. Tasmania has what the world wants, and we are committed to taking more Tasmanian products to global markets.”
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