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ExportNZ Trade & Advocacy Update June 2024
The global situation has become increasingly tense with Europe following the United States in announcing new tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles. China is proposing retaliation. US wider trade policy under President Biden is appearing even more protectionist, and President candidate Trump is doubling down on plans for more tariffs, should he win. It is too early to determine what the outcome of the EU Parliament elections mean for EU trade policy.
ExportNZ: Submission to Climate Change Commissioner Regarding 2050 Review and IAS Inclusion
ExportNZ does not support including international aviation and shipping (IAS) emissions in
the 2050 target in the current Review of the 2050 target. There are a number of issues outlined
below, and that have already been identified by the Climate Change Commission which lead us to
believe there needs to be more work internationally before we can commit to including the emissions
in the 2050 Goal and levying the sector. We support New Zealand’s commitment to international
initiatives led by the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) and the International Civil Aviation
Organisation (ICAO). We support reconsidering this issue in the near future once there is an effective
global pathway to transition to green transport fuels.
Lane Street Studios named Wellington Exporter of the Year
Lane Street Studios named Wellington Exporter of the Year Source: Business Central Upper Hutt film production business Lane Street Studios has been crowned Exporter of the Year at this year’s 2024 ExportNZ ASB Wellington Export awards. The awards celebrate exporting...
ExportNZ Trade & Advocacy Update May 2024
UAE FTA Negotiations to Go Ahead.
At the beginning of the month, New Zealand Minister of Trade, Todd McClay met with his UAE counterpart, Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi to announce that New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates would formally commence negotiations towards a bi-lateral free trade agreement.
NZ-UAE free trade on the table
ExportNZ supports free trade negotiations between New Zealand and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
ExportNZ: Submission on the Proposed NZ-UAE CEPA Negotiations
Export New Zealand (ExportNZ) welcomes the opportunity to comment regarding the potential
for a New Zealand-United Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (NZ-UAE
CEPA).
NZ-EU Free Trade Agreement brings immediate gains
Export NZ Executive Director Josh Tan says the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed with the European Union is set to deliver immediate outcomes for Kiwi exporters from today. "With an earlier than expected entry into force date, New Zealand horticulture exports will...
EU – NZ – FTA Seizing Opportunities Through Compliance 2024
New Zealand’s free trade agreement with the European Union (EU) has entered into force. To realise the significant opportunities presented by this deal, New Zealand exporters of goods and services should familiarise themselves with all relevant EU laws and take steps to ensure their compliance.
Finalists Announced for the ExportNZ ASB Wellington Export Awards 2024
Wellington, New Zealand ExportNZ is proud to announce the finalists for this year’s ExportNZ ASB Wellington Export Awards. “This is the only dedicated Export Awards in the Central North Island stretching from Whanganui to the Wellington Region” says...
ExportNZ Trade & Advocacy Update April 2024
Activity over the past month has been largely devoted to ensuring full utilisation of FTAs that have been negotiated rather than negotiating new ones. The one exception is the Gulf where work continues on both the GCC and UAE opportunities. Submissions on the UAE FTA are being analysed.
ExportNZ Trade & Advocacy Update March 2024
Foreign Minister Peters paid an important visit to India this month. The visit appears to have gone well and to have been appreciated by the Indian side. No specific outcomes were expected, particularly on the trade front.
The Exporter – February 2024
If you are an exporter in the Wellington region or know of someone in the region then please check out our ExportNZ ASB Wellington Export Awards for 2024 – entries are currently open! It’s a fantastic way to showcase your business and celebrate the work, the effort, and the innovation that is coming out of the sector.