Articles tagged with Todd Mcclay
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New Zealand and Saudi Arabia Forge $100 Million Trade Partnerships
15 Sep 2025 | 11 months ago | 1120 viewsMinister Todd McClay announced five new commercial partnerships between New Zealand and Saudi Arabian companies during a Trade and Investment mission in Riyadh, expecting over $100 million in commercial value. The partnerships aim to deepen trade relations, boost exports, and align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 for premium solutions. Examples include collaborations in nutrition products, fruit production, animal management, and creative industries like design and construction.
Tags: Todd McClay Trade Investment Agriculture New Zealand Saudi Arabia Partnerships Commercial Exporters Vision 2030New Zealand Trade Mission to Riyadh: Strengthening Ties with Saudi Arabia
12 Sep 2025 | 12 months ago | 1238 viewsMinister Todd McClay will lead a delegation of 21 New Zealand businesses to Riyadh to enhance trade ties with Saudi Arabia, aiming to tap into the country's significant economic potential outlined in its Vision 2030 strategy. The mission will spotlight New Zealand's strengths in food, agriculture, technology, and creative sectors, aligning with the government's goal to double export value in a decade and support Saudi Arabia's development objectives. With Saudi Arabia already a key export market for New Zealand, bilateral trade has seen substantial growth, reaching $1.58 billion, showcasing the mutual benefits of the partnership.
Tags: Todd McClay Trade Investment Agriculture New Zealand Saudi Arabia Business Delegation Export Food Security DevelopmentNew Zealand–UAE Trade Agreement Brings Major Benefits and Opportunities
27 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1316 viewsThe New Zealand–United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) has come into effect, offering significant tariff savings and market access for Kiwi exporters. Key goods like dairy, red meat, and fruit will now enter the UAE duty-free, with the agreement aiming to enhance trade and investment opportunities between the two countries. The CEPA also paves the way for increased bilateral trade, job creation, and economic growth, aligning with New Zealand's export expansion goals.
Tags: New Zealand United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement Todd McClay Agriculture Trade Investment Minister CEPA Kiwi exporters tariff savingsMinister McClay Addresses US Tariffs: Impact on Kiwi Exporters & Strategies for Strengthening Trade
22 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1340 viewsMinister Todd McClay met with US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins in Washington to address New Zealand's concerns about US tariffs disadvantaging Kiwi exporters compared to other countries. Ambassador Greer acknowledged New Zealand's low tariffs on US goods and explained the recent 5 per cent tariff increase in relation to trade surplus, setting a new minimum tariff rate of 15 per cent for surplus countries. Discussions also included product-specific trade investigations and plans for trade officials to meet to assess tariff impacts and enhance exporter certainty, with future meetings scheduled during ASEAN Trade Ministers' Meeting and APEC Leaders' Summit to strengthen trade relations and combat harmful trade practices affecting dairy industries in both countries.
Tags: Agriculture Trade Investment Minister Todd McClay US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins New Zealand tariffs Kiwi exporters steel aluminiumNew Law Streamlines Freshwater Farm Plans for NZ Farmers
20 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1375 viewsThe Resource Management (Consenting and Other System Changes) Amendment Act, passed into law, has improved the freshwater farm plan system to make it more workable and affordable for farmers, reducing duplication and costs by allowing industry organisations to certify and audit plans. This change recognizes good work done by farmers and industry groups in managing risks, focusing on actual on-farm risks and practical actions to reduce them. The Act increases the minimum farm size requiring a freshwater farm plan to 50 hectares for certain land uses, removing the requirement for around 8,000 smaller, lower-risk farms, supporting environmental stewardship and growth in the primary sector.
Tags: Government freshwater farm plan system Resource Management Act Agriculture Minister Todd McClay Associate Environment Minister Andrew Hoggard industry organisations farm plans environmental stewardship growth RMA.Minister Todd McClay to Strengthen Trade Relations in Saudi Arabia and US
15 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1246 viewsAgriculture, Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will travel to Saudi Arabia and the United States to discuss bilateral trade and investment opportunities, particularly in food and agritech cooperation. In Saudi Arabia, he will meet with Minister of Commerce and Minister of Environment, Water and Agriculture to advance these opportunities and leverage the New Zealand-Gulf Cooperation Council Free Trade Agreement. In the US, Mr McClay will meet with USTR Jamieson Greer and industry representatives to discuss the impact of recent tariffs and broader bilateral trade, investment, and agricultural priorities.
Tags: Agriculture Trade Investment Todd McClay Saudi Arabia United States Jamieson Greer Brooke RollinsGovernment Acts to Prevent 'Stop Work' Order for NZ Farmers: RMA Reform Bill Update
12 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1264 viewsThe Government has intervened to prevent potential stop work notices for thousands of New Zealand farmers due to water discharge rules under the RMA, affecting 2,800 Waikato farms. Various regional councils raised concerns, leading to amendments broadening permitted water discharges in the Resource Management Amendment Bill. The changes aim to support farmers, ensure water quality improvement, and avoid hindering economic recovery, with the bill set to pass into law soon.
Tags: Chris Bishop Todd McClay Andrew Hoggard Government New Zealand farmers RMA Reform Minister Agriculture Minister Associate Environment Minister Waikato Regional Council Resource Management Amendment BillNew Zealand and Indonesia Sign Agricultural Cooperation Agreement for Trade Growth
07 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1460 viewsNew Zealand's Minister of Agriculture, Trade and Investment Todd McClay and Indonesia's Minister of Agriculture Andi Amran Sulaiman signed a new bilateral arrangement in Jakarta to enhance agricultural cooperation and trade opportunities. The agreement focuses on livestock development, smart agriculture, biosecurity, agricultural research, and streamlined trade processes. Both countries will establish a Consultative Forum to coordinate future cooperation and align efforts on technical standards, certification, and regulatory requirements, aiming to boost exports and investment in agriculture.
Tags: Todd McClay Andi Amran Sulaiman agriculture trade investment cooperation bilateral arrangement Indonesia New Zealand partnershipStrengthening Economic Ties with Thailand and Indonesia: Minister Todd McClay's Mission
03 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 2136 viewsTrade and Investment Minister Todd McClay is traveling to Thailand and Indonesia to enhance New Zealand's economic relationships with these key Southeast Asian economies. The focus is on leveraging the region's economic growth potential, with discussions centered around doubling exports and strengthening trade ties. The Minister will engage with senior officials, promote high-value exports, and seek to expand cooperation in areas such as food security and trade agreements during his visit from 4 to 8 August.
Tags: Todd McClay Trade Investment Minister Thailand Indonesia New Zealand Southeast Asia economy exports food demandNew Zealand Faces Tariff Increase on US Exports: Implications and Response
01 Aug 2025 | 1 year ago | 1918 viewsThe United States will increase tariffs on New Zealand exports from 10% to 15% starting August 7, aligning New Zealand with other US trading partners like Japan and South Korea based on trade deficits. Despite New Zealand's modest surplus of around US$500 million with the US, the overall trade relationship is balanced and complementary. Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay is urgently seeking to discuss the tariff increase with the US Trade Representative to mitigate its impact on exporters and consumers and maintain the strength of the trading relationship.
Tags: United States New Zealand Todd McClay tariffs trade deficits trade relationship US Trade Representative exporters consumers open tradePrepare for Adverse Weather: Urgent Message from Agriculture Minister Todd McClay
28 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1670 viewsAgriculture Minister Todd McClay is urging farmers, foresters, and growers in the Top of the South, Bay of Plenty, and parts of Northland to prepare for adverse weather conditions, with orange rain warnings issued for these regions due to significant rainfall expected. MPI staff are on standby to assist, with additional support deployed in affected areas, such as the Top of the South and the Bay of Plenty. Farmers are advised to relocate stock to higher ground in preparation for the storm, and are encouraged to stay updated on weather warnings for further guidance.
Tags: Todd McClay Agriculture Minister farmers foresters growers adverse weather MPI staff rural communities weather warnings surface floodingNew Zealand Farmers' Confidence Soars: Leading the Charge to Double Export Value
27 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 2967 viewsFarmer confidence in New Zealand has reached an eight-year high, indicating the resilience of the sector and progress towards doubling export value. The shift in sentiment is evident from the latest Federated Farmers Confidence Survey, showing a significant increase in confidence levels. This positive trend is attributed to the hard work of rural New Zealanders and government support, with key improvements in profitability, productivity, and mental health reported.
Tags: Farmer confidence Minister of Agriculture Todd McClay New Zealand export value Federated Farmers Confidence Survey rural New Zealanders Labour government profitability mental healthNZ-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement Boosts Export Opportunities in $500B Market
22 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1968 viewsThe NZ-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) legislation has passed, giving Kiwi exporters access to a $500 billion market that imports 90% of its food, with tariffs on 98.5% of exports immediately removed, rising to 99% in three years. Agriculture, Trade, and Investment Minister Todd McClay highlights the benefits of the agreement in lowering costs, increasing access, and enhancing New Zealand's presence in the Middle East, aiming to capitalize on UAE consumers' demand for safe, fresh products. The CEPA aims to boost two-way trade between New Zealand and the UAE, worth $1.35 billion last year, by reducing red tape, promoting services trade, and supporting investment links, aligning with the government's goal of doubling export value in a decade.
Tags: New Zealand UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement CEPA Todd McClay Agriculture Trade Investment Minister exporters tariffsNew Zealand Resolves Dairy Dispute with Canada Under CPTPP, Securing $157m Export Value Annually
17 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 1852 viewsTrade and Investment Minister Todd McClay announced a resolution to a dairy dispute between Canada and New Zealand under the CPTPP, projecting a $157m annual export value increase for New Zealand dairy exporters. New Zealand initiated dispute settlement proceedings due to limited dairy market access in Canada, leading to a favorable ruling and subsequent agreement for improved access through quota adjustments and penalties for misuse. McClay emphasized the importance of upholding CPTPP obligations, praised Canada for constructive engagement, and highlighted the agreement's reinforcement of the rules-based trading system.
Tags: Todd McClay Canada New Zealand dairy dispute CPTPP trade investment exporters agreement quotasGovernment Increases Financial Support for Nelson Tasman Region's Rural Communities
15 Jul 2025 | 1 year ago | 2813 viewsThe Government is increasing financial support for rural communities in the Nelson Tasman Region, with an additional $600,000 in funding announced by Agriculture and Forestry Minister Todd McClay. This brings the total Government contribution to $500,000 to aid farmers, foresters, growers, and rural contractors in recovering from recent severe weather events. The support package includes contributions to the Mayoral Relief Fund, Farmers Adverse Events Trust, Horticulture sector, and coordination efforts to assist affected vineyards, with a focus on providing immediate and meaningful assistance to help rural businesses recover quickly.
Tags: Todd McClay Government rural communities Nelson Tasman Region farmers foresters growers Agriculture and Forestry Minister rural contractors severe weather events