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image captionMark Drakeford said the things that make Wales Wales were at stake
Wales cultural identity is at stake in the row over an Australian trade deal being finalised by the UK government, the first minister has warned.
Mark Drakeford is concerned about both the economic effects and the impact on the future of our communities .
He opposes proposals to give Australian lamb and beef producers access to UK markets without import taxes or quotas.
Mr Drakeford expressed concern about the possible impact on the identity of Welsh speaking heartlands .
Currently imports from Australia face tariffs, making products such as beef and lamb more expensive to buy in UK shops and supermarkets.