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New Members Appointed to Boost New Zealand Tourism Board
1 week ago | 187 viewsTourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston announced the appointment of five new members and one reappointment to the New Zealand Tourism Board, highlighting the wealth of knowledge and experience they bring to strengthen efforts in marketing New Zealand as a visitor destination. The Board's critical role in driving up international visitor numbers is emphasized as tourism is New Zealand's second largest export and a key component of economic growth. Outgoing members are acknowledged for their service, with new appointments varying in term lengths from two to three years.
Tags: Louise Upston Chris Roberts Jane Patterson Jonathan Cameron Piers Bebbington Kevin Malloy Jacqui Walshe Steve Chadwick Jan Hunt Colleen NevilleNew Zealand Invests $150,000 in WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement for Fair Global Trade
2 months ago | 723 viewsThe Government is investing a further $150,000 to support implementation of the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement—ensuring New Zealand exporters can compete on a level playing field while helping protect global fish stocks. “This is about backing rules that stop unfair subsidies and make sure all countries are held to the same standards,” Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay says. “It’s in New Zealand’s direct interest to see this Agreement fully implemented—especially in the Pacific, where many of our key partners operate and where our seafood exporters are active.
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