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There is lots going on in the trade and export space this Month. The latest trade and policy update gives you the latest on the NZ UK FTA as well as the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework. We have also included an update on the policy areas that we have been working through.

Our annual conference Go Global is officially live! Go Global is a great opportunity to hear from industry leaders, get global market insights and getting connected with some of the best in the game. Read on for more info and a link to secure your spot.

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New Zealand-United Kingdom FTA

The elevation of Liz Truss as British Prime Minister is said to give New Zealand a “huge advantage” according to Trade and Export Growth Minister, Damien O’Connor. As British Trade Secretary, Truss had a part in negotiating the NZ-UK FTA, and had also applied for the UK to join the CPTPP.

Prime Minister Ardern also met with Prime Minister Truss while in London and said that the new Prime Minister was keen to see the free trade agreement brought to fruition.

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Exporters have been challenged to look at global trade differently, big questions still remain about what the ‘new normal’ will look like. Will shipping and logistics improve, will tariff wars between superpowers escalate or de-escalate, will free trade deals be harder to secure and will we see an increase in non-tariff barriers, more protectionism and ‘made at home’?

Go Global is your opportunity to hear from industry leaders, get global market insights and getting connected with some of the best in the game. The focus this year is on new export business models, should New Zealand focus on collectives, and how new approaches to technology, investment and change can help New Zealand exporters grow their business.

Hear from Keynote speaker Brianne West, New Zealand entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Ethique, the world’s most sustainable lifestyle and beauty brand.

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It’s been a successful year, and a challenging one, for the Rockit Global team, who recently took out the Best Established Business award and coveted Exporter of the Year gong at the Hawke’s Bay Export Awards.

At a black tie ceremony held at Hastings’ Toitoi Events Centre, Rockit CEO Mark O’Donnell (pictured) accepted the award, expressing his delight that the Hawke’s Bay fruit exporter had been recognised for its excellence and innovation amongst stiff competition from other stellar local exporters.

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For the fourth consecutive year, Incite has surveyed our network of over 1,900 leading food and beverage importers and distributors across Southeast and North Asia to get their insights on the state of the industry.

You’re invited to our special event where we will present the findings and host a lively panel discussion with guest importers and distributors from across the region.

Date: Tuesday, 27 September 2022

Time: 2pm NZT / 11am AEST (75 mins)

Ticket price: $39 USD

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The agenda for the conference is shaping up well with an excellent line-up of speakers and moderators from both sides (draft programme here). Following the pattern of previous years, Sunday 20 November ‘tees off’ with a golf tournament as an opportunity for those interested in the networking opportunity this provides, followed by a welcome reception that evening for all delegates. The following morning will start with the all-important NZ Delegate Breakfast, which provides a chance for everyone to introduce themselves as well as receive an overview from our Ambassador and Trade Commissioner. The formal conference sessions and networking events will run thereafter through to around noon on Tuesday 22 November, followed by an industry tour for those who are able to stay on. 

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Organised by Enterprise Singapore and Southeast Asia Centre of Asia-Pacific Excellence (SEA CAPE), this webinar will (i) improve the accessibility of SEA market for New Zealand businesses by using Singapore as a strategic node within the SEA network and (ii) foster collaboration between Singapore and New Zealand businesses.

Hear from industry experts on how you can take advantage of Singapore as a logistic hub to strengthen the resilience and agility of your business’ supply chain!

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Sherwood, Oregon is a fast-growing suburban community located in the Greater Portland I-5 Industrial/Manufacturing Corridor. The city’s number one goal is to continue to attract global semiconductor, automation, industrial material, aerospace/defense, and other advanced manufacturing firms to the over 2 million square feet of new industrial park space currently being developed.

Discover Greater Portland’s “Silicon Forest” and its proximity to Portland International Airport. The city offers good proximity to the San Francisco Bay Area and Seattle - all in the most affordable major metro on the U.S. West Coast.  The city is currently working on the planning of a new 200+ acre technology park. Sherwood has a global focus.  The community is one of the safest in Oregon and offers a high quality-of-life within the Oregon Wine Country and good proximity to the Oregon Coast/Cascades. 

The Virtual Tour will include an overview by SelectUSA followed by remarks of city officials, industry experts in major advanced manufacturing companies, industrial park developers/brokers, and the regional/state economic development agencies. You will gain insights on specific market opportunities, financing incentives, and business resources such as the FTZ and opportunities for FDI/exports.

Link to Registration

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