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ExportNZ Trade & Advocacy Update August 2024
Trade & Export News Update
– United States of America – November Elections
– India-NZ Relations
– United Arab Emirates & The Gulf Cooperation Council
– CPTPP
– Supply Chain Update
– Electricity Prices Surge
Trade & Export Advocacy Update
– Option for Export Exemptions from Composition and/or Labelling Under the Food Act 2014 [COMPLETED]
– Submission to The Parliamentary Foreign Affairs, Defence, and Trade Select Committee on the Treaty Examination of the Agreement on the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity. [COMPLETED]
Proposed Options for Export Exemptions from New Zealand Composition and/or Labelling Requirements Under the Food Act 2014 Discussion Document
The Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) is seeking feedback on proposed options for export exemptions under the Food Act 2014, relating to food labelling and composition. Export New Zealand (ExportNZ) is pleased to contribute to this work and submit our feedback on the discussion document titled “Proposed Options for Export Exemptions from New Zealand Composition and/or Labelling Requirements Under the Food Act 2014”
(The Discussion Document).
ExportNZ Trade & Advocacy Update July 2024
With the Indian, UK, French and European Parliament elections out of the way, the global focus is squarely on the US November election. At this point, it is too early to tell what impact the news that President Biden has withdrawn from the race will have on trade policies and expectations, but prior to this decision, Trump looked very likely to be the victor in key swing states post the assassination attempt. This has meant an in-depth focus on Trump’s trade policies as these now are looking very likely to be introduced.
ExportNZ/NZIBF Submission to FADTC: Treaty Examination of the Agreement on the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity
This submission is made on behalf of the New Zealand International Business Forum (NZIBF) and ExportNZ. NZIBF, whose members are listed at Annex A,1 is a forum of
senior business leaders working together to promote New Zealand’s engagement in the global economy. ExportNZ, a division of BusinessNZ, is a national industry association representing a diverse range of exporters throughout New Zealand.
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 – MinterEllisonRuddWatts | ExportNZ Paper
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.