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New Zealand looks poised to secure a trade deal with India as the $7.4 trillion economy opens up to the world and upgrades security relationships
23rd Mar 25, 6:30am
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New Zealand looks poised to secure a trade deal with India as the $7.4 trillion economy opens up to the world and upgrades security relationships
Trade Minister Todd McClay says reciprocal tariffs are unlikely to affect Kiwi exporters as the New Zealand market is already more open than the United States
20th Mar 25, 8:00am
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Trade Minister Todd McClay says reciprocal tariffs are unlikely to affect Kiwi exporters as the New Zealand market is already more open than the United States
India agrees to a new round of negotiations for a comprehensive free trade agreement as Prime Minister Christopher Luxon begins four day visit
17th Mar 25, 6:29am
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India agrees to a new round of negotiations for a comprehensive free trade agreement as Prime Minister Christopher Luxon begins four day visit
MFAT reports on our mixed trade relationship with Japan, the world's fourth largest economy, and one that is recovering at a moderate pace
8th Mar 25, 9:15am
MFAT reports on our mixed trade relationship with Japan, the world's fourth largest economy, and one that is recovering at a moderate pace
The United States says it will hit Mexico, Canada, and China with tariffs in the next few hours, creating risks and opportunities for Kiwi exporters
1st Feb 25, 1:33pm
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The United States says it will hit Mexico, Canada, and China with tariffs in the next few hours, creating risks and opportunities for Kiwi exporters
The impact of China’s property downturn on New Zealand exports: Pine proves its strength
14th Dec 24, 9:30am
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The impact of China’s property downturn on New Zealand exports: Pine proves its strength
Donald Trump’s return to power could force a rethink of New Zealand’s China trade policy and create unexpected opportunities to access the US market
10th Nov 24, 6:01am
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Donald Trump’s return to power could force a rethink of New Zealand’s China trade policy and create unexpected opportunities to access the US market
We export significant volumes of wine and other beverages to the US. California is introducing new recycling labeling requirements
7th Nov 24, 9:20am
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We export significant volumes of wine and other beverages to the US. California is introducing new recycling labeling requirements
Trade Minister Todd McClay signs a trade deal with the United Arab Emirates which could save Kiwi exporters millions of dollars
26th Sep 24, 12:53pm
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Trade Minister Todd McClay signs a trade deal with the United Arab Emirates which could save Kiwi exporters millions of dollars
Finance Minister Nicola Willis committed to 'challenging' future spending limits in order to deliver the full tax cuts as promised on the campaign trail
14th Sep 24, 4:40pm
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Finance Minister Nicola Willis committed to 'challenging' future spending limits in order to deliver the full tax cuts as promised on the campaign trail
MFAT says that while growth is set to be modest in Hong Kong, it nonetheless remains positive, driven by strong visitor arrival numbers and a noticeable jump in services
20th Jul 24, 8:37am
MFAT says that while growth is set to be modest in Hong Kong, it nonetheless remains positive, driven by strong visitor arrival numbers and a noticeable jump in services
MFAT reviews the Chinese economy from a New Zealand perspective. Manufacturing activity and exports have raced ahead while consumption and the property market remain stalled
18th Jul 24, 12:23pm
MFAT reviews the Chinese economy from a New Zealand perspective. Manufacturing activity and exports have raced ahead while consumption and the property market remain stalled
Global shipping rates have nearly doubled since late April, MFAT says. Although remaining below the Covid-19 peak, firms' ability to recover recent increases is very limited
16th Jul 24, 4:31pm
Global shipping rates have nearly doubled since late April, MFAT says. Although remaining below the Covid-19 peak, firms' ability to recover recent increases is very limited
MFAT reviews the American economy, one where our trade is rising. With 16% growth in 2023, the US was New Zealand’s fastest growing major market
8th Jun 24, 9:20am
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MFAT reviews the American economy, one where our trade is rising. With 16% growth in 2023, the US was New Zealand’s fastest growing major market
MFAT reviews the New South Wales economy, one about twice as large as New Zealand. It has opportunities for NZ and is dealing with challenges similar to ours
28th May 24, 9:28am
MFAT reviews the New South Wales economy, one about twice as large as New Zealand. It has opportunities for NZ and is dealing with challenges similar to ours
New Zealand Defence Force and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will get more money in Budget 2024 due to the 'increasingly unstable world’
11th May 24, 9:10am
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New Zealand Defence Force and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will get more money in Budget 2024 due to the 'increasingly unstable world’
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says New Zealand needs to demonstrate how it can contribute to security and prosperity in its own backyard or it will fall off the world map
23rd Apr 24, 2:39pm
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Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says New Zealand needs to demonstrate how it can contribute to security and prosperity in its own backyard or it will fall off the world map
New Zealand aims to triple trade with Thailand over two decades as South East Asia’s middle class grows
18th Apr 24, 6:53am
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New Zealand aims to triple trade with Thailand over two decades as South East Asia’s middle class grows
A worldwide rush to use sustainable aviation fuel, a fuel that can dramatically reduce emissions, is creating demand to get the short-term issues solved. California is moving to get the transition done quickly
7th Nov 23, 12:53pm
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A worldwide rush to use sustainable aviation fuel, a fuel that can dramatically reduce emissions, is creating demand to get the short-term issues solved. California is moving to get the transition done quickly
The Government is determined to try to negotiate more trade deals in the wake of the UK FTA, whilst acknowledging it will be very hard work with the easy-to-manage trade partners already nailed down
15th May 23, 10:48am
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The Government is determined to try to negotiate more trade deals in the wake of the UK FTA, whilst acknowledging it will be very hard work with the easy-to-manage trade partners already nailed down
A submission published by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade suggests New Zealand's argument is sound regarding dairy access to Canada
10th May 23, 12:45pm
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A submission published by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade suggests New Zealand's argument is sound regarding dairy access to Canada
Hello China: Air NZ restarts daily flights to Shanghai, Air China restarts Beijing route
3rd May 23, 11:18am
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Hello China: Air NZ restarts daily flights to Shanghai, Air China restarts Beijing route
Nothing compares to China: NZ business wants its wealthy, large middle class to visit and shop
22nd Apr 23, 9:10am
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Nothing compares to China: NZ business wants its wealthy, large middle class to visit and shop
Government to pass law enabling NZ to impose sanctions on people, services, companies and assets related to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
7th Mar 22, 4:07pm
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Government to pass law enabling NZ to impose sanctions on people, services, companies and assets related to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
Cabinet to consider Russian sanctions bill on Monday; NZ supports IEA's emergency release of oil reserves to curb soaring prices
2nd Mar 22, 1:38pm
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Cabinet to consider Russian sanctions bill on Monday; NZ supports IEA's emergency release of oil reserves to curb soaring prices