28 Jun 2026
3 months ago
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Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones is hosting the annual Forum Fisheries Ministerial Committee in Wellington, bringing together 16 Pacific Island fisheries ministers to focus on sustainable management of shared tuna resources in the Pacific region. The Western and Central Pacific Ocean supplies over 50% of the world’s tuna, with around 80% caught within Pacific Island Exclusive Economic Zones, making fisheries vital for regional economies and food security. The meeting aims to strengthen collaborative efforts on sustainable fishing limits, governance, and increasing the economic value of fisheries, with New Zealand playing a key role alongside Pacific Island partners and the Forum Fisheries Agency.
13 Feb 2026
8 months ago
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New Zealand’s international visitor arrivals surpassed 3.5 million in the year to December 2025, driven by strong growth from China and Australia, marking significant progress toward pre-COVID tourism levels. The Government supports this recovery through initiatives like promoting New Zealand as a year-round destination, streamlining travel processes, and introducing the New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) for easier access, which has notably encouraged Chinese and Pacific visitors. Tourism and Hospitality Minister Louise Upston emphasizes that these efforts are boosting economic growth, supporting jobs, and establishing New Zealand as a preferred holiday destination.
17 Jul 2025
1 year ago
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Minister of State for Trade and Investment Nicola Grigg will attend the Pacific Island Forum’s Trade Ministers Meeting in Fiji to discuss the importance of trade for economic growth and prosperity in New Zealand and the Pacific region. The meeting aims to shape the future of trade and economic integration among Pacific Island countries. Ms. Grigg highlights New Zealand's commitment to regional cooperation, resilience, and leadership in advancing Pacific trade priorities, including initiatives such as the Fiji New Zealand Business Council's strategy to increase two-way trade to NZ$2 billion by 2030 and the PACER Plus trade agreement benefiting businesses and promoting investment flows in the region.