Sep 20, 2024 | Newsletters
This past month saw shipping costs on the rise again as rebels continue to threaten the Red Sea shipping lanes and routes continue to be diverted around the Cape of Good Hope. US President Biden’s decision not to run for re-election has added another twist in the US Presidential Elections – you can find ExportNZ’s perspective on both topics in our Trade & Policy Update below.
Sep 20, 2024 | Newsletters
This is the final week to respond to the ExportNZ DHL Export Barometer Survey for 2024. This survey is really important to
ExportNZ’s advocacy so if you haven’t yet filled it in, please do so by the end of this week! If you complete the survey you will
go in the draw to win a great prize – details are below!
Sep 20, 2024 | Newsletters
It’s a busy time for all at the moment! The PM, Christopher Luxon, is concluding the first trade mission of the new government, having led a senior business leaders delegation to Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines – the trade minister has been in China meeting with ministerial counterparts, and excitingly we’re on the countdown to the NZ-EU FTA coming into force at the end of this month!
Sep 20, 2024 | Newsletters
We had some great news overnight as the EU-NZ Free Trade Agreement passed its third and final reading. The Bill will now receive Royal Assent from the Governor-General bringing it into law and completing the ratification process. Next step – Entry into Force (Which we understand will be on the 1st May). Keep an eye out as we’re working with some great partners on a few EU – focused events and bits of materials in the lead up!
Feb 28, 2024 | Newsletters
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.