16 Jun 2026
4 months ago
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The New Zealand Government has formally responded to the Infrastructure Commission’s National Infrastructure Plan, agreeing to support all sixteen recommendations and committing to improve infrastructure planning, funding, and asset management. Key actions include reviewing the land transport funding system, legislating long-term investment planning and asset reporting, enhancing data quality in the National Infrastructure Pipeline, and strengthening public sector project leadership. The Government aims to address inefficiencies, close the infrastructure deficit, and ensure better coordination and accountability to build a sustainable infrastructure future.
18 Mar 2026
7 months ago
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Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will attend the 14th WTO Ministerial Conference in Cameroon as Vice Chair, playing a key role in facilitating negotiations. New Zealand emphasizes the importance of a rules-based global trade system and aims to uphold the WTO’s integrity amid rising protectionism and global economic challenges. The conference, attended by 166 member economies, will address issues including e-commerce, agricultural reform, and fisheries subsidies.
18 Mar 2026
7 months ago
1147 views
Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay is attending the 14th WTO Ministerial Conference in Cameroon as Vice Chair, playing a key role in facilitating negotiations. New Zealand emphasizes the importance of a rules-based global trade system and aims to uphold the WTO’s integrity amid rising protectionism and global economic disruptions. The conference, attended by 166 member economies, will address issues including e-commerce, agriculture reform, and fisheries subsidies.