Articles tagged with Asean
Vietnam President To Lam to Make Historic State Visit to New Zealand in August
2 days ago | 103 viewsViet Nam’s President To Lam will make a State visit to New Zealand next week, marking the first such visit by a Viet Namese President since 2007. The two countries recently elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, reflecting strong economic ties with two-way trade reaching NZ$3.41 billion and growth in sectors like food, education, and technology. This visit aims to further strengthen cooperation, supporting New Zealand’s prosperity and security through closer ties with Viet Nam, an influential member of ASEAN, APEC, and CPTPP.
Tags: To Lam Christopher Luxon Viet Nam New Zealand ASEAN APEC CPTPP Gerry Brownlee President Prime MinisterNew Zealand Strengthens ASEAN Partnership Amid Global Turbulence and Regional Talks
2 weeks ago | 176 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters highlighted the importance of regional cooperation amid global turbulence and its economic and security impacts during high-level talks in Manila. He emphasized New Zealand’s longstanding partnership with ASEAN and announced a new Comprehensive Partnership with the Philippines to enhance regional stability and resilience. Peters also engaged in multiple bilateral meetings with various foreign ministers, reinforcing New Zealand’s commitment to collaboration in the Asia-Pacific region.
Tags: Winston Peters New Zealand ASEAN East Asia Summit Manila Philippines Brunei India Indonesia European UnionNew Zealand and Philippines Announce Comprehensive Partnership to Boost Cooperation
2 weeks ago | 189 viewsNew Zealand and the Philippines have formalized a Comprehensive Partnership to enhance cooperation across political, defense, trade, and people-to-people ties. This partnership, announced by Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Philippine Foreign Secretary Maria Theresa P. Lazaro, marks 60 years of diplomatic relations and aims to support a stable, rules-based Indo-Pacific region. Additionally, both countries signed new agreements on education and geothermal energy, with further discussions planned during Peters’ visit to ASEAN-related events in Manila.
Tags: Winston Peters Maria Theresa P. Lazaro Gilberto Teodoro New Zealand Philippines Comprehensive Partnership ASEAN Southeast Asia diplomatic relationsNZ Foreign Minister Winston Peters to Strengthen Ties at ASEAN and Manila Meetings
3 weeks ago | 266 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters will visit Manila next week to strengthen New Zealand's relationship with the Philippines and engage in regional meetings, marking the 60th anniversary of diplomatic ties. The visit aligns with New Zealand's Foreign Policy Reset focused on enhancing partnerships in Southeast Asia, particularly with ASEAN, a key trade and security partner. During the trip, Peters will conduct bilateral meetings, sign cooperation agreements, and participate in ASEAN, East Asia Summit, and ASEAN Regional Forum meetings involving major regional powers.
Tags: Winston Peters New Zealand Philippines ASEAN East Asia Summit ASEAN Regional Forum South East Asia Foreign Minister Australia IndiaForeign Minister Winston Peters to Strengthen Ties with Singapore and Japan Next Week
1 month ago | 353 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters will visit Singapore and Japan next week to strengthen New Zealand’s strategic partnerships and regional cooperation. In Singapore, he will engage with senior leaders to enhance collaboration under the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and discuss regional challenges, while in Japan, he will meet political and business leaders to promote trade, investment, and defense cooperation. These visits aim to deepen ties, support security, and boost economic relations with key partners in the Asia-Pacific region.
Tags: Winston Peters Balakrishnan New Zealand Singapore Japan ASEAN Pacific Islands Forum North Korea Japanese companies Foreign MinisterNew Zealand and Timor-Leste Strengthen Defence Cooperation with Updated Agreement
1 month ago | 426 viewsNew Zealand and Timor-Leste have signed an updated Defence Cooperation Arrangement to strengthen their longstanding defence relationship, last reviewed 15 years ago. The agreement focuses on training, education, capacity building, humanitarian aid, disaster relief, maritime security, and expertise exchange. This updated arrangement reflects their shared commitment to ongoing cooperation and supports Timor-Leste's role as the newest ASEAN member.
Tags: New Zealand Chris Penk Donaciano do Rosario da Costa Gomes Defence Cooperation Arrangement ASEAN Defence Minister Rear Admiral Peacekeepers Maritime SecurityNew Zealand’s Dynamic Foreign Policy: Strengthening Asia Ties Amid Global Change
2 months ago | 551 viewsThe speech outlines New Zealand's proactive foreign policy response to unprecedented global geopolitical disruptions, emphasizing a strategic reset focused on active diplomacy, multilateral reform—especially of the United Nations—and strengthening ties with Asia to safeguard national prosperity and security. It highlights significant progress in elevating relationships with key Asian countries through comprehensive partnerships and frequent high-level engagements, reflecting the government's commitment to Asia as central to New Zealand’s future. Despite resource constraints, New Zealand pursues a pragmatic, realist approach, advocating for sustained diplomatic effort and defense investment to enhance its international influence and prepare for eventual restoration of a rules-based global order.
Tags: Dame Fran Wilde Alfredo Perez Bravo Peter Fraser Asia New Zealand Foundation New Zealand ASEAN China Japan South Korea IndiaNew Zealand Welcomes Lao Deputy PM to Strengthen 60 Years of Partnership
2 months ago | 600 viewsMinister Winston Peters welcomed Lao Deputy Prime Minister Thongsavan Phomvihane on his first official visit to New Zealand, highlighting their long-standing development partnership focused on unexploded ordnance clearance, economic growth, and education. During the visit, Peters announced support for rural communities through the Partnering for Impact programme in collaboration with local NGOs to improve livelihoods and food security. Their discussions also covered regional cooperation, trade, education, and people-to-people links, reinforcing over 60 years of diplomatic relations and New Zealand's commitment to Southeast Asia.
Tags: Winston Peters Thongsavan Phomvihane New Zealand Lao PDR Deputy Prime Minister ASEAN Save the Children World Vision Christian Blind Mission Partnering for ImpactStuart Calman Appointed New Zealand’s Climate Change Ambassador for 2026
5 months ago | 886 viewsStuart Calman has been appointed as New Zealand’s Climate Change Ambassador, bringing extensive experience in foreign policy, trade, and climate policy, particularly in the Pacific and Southeast Asia. His role will focus on supporting Australia’s chairmanship of the UN Climate COP31 negotiations in 2026 and advancing New Zealand’s economic, trade, and climate objectives. Calman, a senior diplomat with a background in energy and sustainable development, will begin his Wellington-based position on February 16, 2026, succeeding Stuart Horne.
Tags: Simon Watts Stuart Calman New Zealand Climate Change Ambassador Stuart Horne ASEAN Massey University Ngāti Toa Raukawa ki te Tonga Kāi TahuNew Zealand and Germany Strengthen Partnership for Global Security and Prosperity
6 months ago | 904 viewsNew Zealand and Germany reaffirmed their strong partnership based on shared democratic values, commitment to international law, and multilateralism, emphasizing cooperation across strategic, economic, security, and cultural domains. They highlighted the importance of upholding the UN Charter, supporting regional stability in Europe and the Indo-Pacific, addressing climate change, and enhancing trade, innovation, and supply chain resilience. Both countries committed to deepening bilateral ties, promoting human rights, and maintaining close coordination on global challenges to ensure a stable, secure, and prosperous international environment.
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8 months ago | 819 viewsTrade and Investment Minister Todd McClay welcomed progress on Costa Rica’s accession to the CPTPP, with ministers planning to announce substantial conclusions before year-end, making Costa Rica the second economy to join after the UK. Accession processes will also begin with Uruguay this year and with Indonesia, the Philippines, and the UAE in 2026, while discussions continue with other aspirant countries to meet the Auckland Principles. Additionally, inaugural Trade and Investment Dialogues with the EU and ASEAN were held to strengthen cooperation on digital trade, supply chain resilience, and support for WTO reform, emphasizing the importance of upholding international trade rules.
Tags: Todd McClay Costa Rica CPTPP United Kingdom Uruguay Indonesia Philippines United Arab Emirates European Union ASEANDefence Minister Judith Collins Heads to ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus in Kuala Lumpur
9 months ago | 784 viewsDefence Minister Judith Collins is traveling to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, for the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus to discuss defense and security issues, marking the 50th anniversary of New Zealand's dialogue relations with ASEAN and the 15th anniversary of the ADMM-Plus. The forum aims to enhance Indo-Pacific defense cooperation for peace, stability, and prosperity, with Ms. Collins emphasizing the importance of international rules-based order and New Zealand's contributions. In addition to the meeting, she will engage in bilateral discussions with defense counterparts before returning to New Zealand on 3 November.
Tags: Defence Minister Judith Collins Kuala Lumpur Malaysia ASEAN New Zealand Hanoi Vietnam national securityPrime Minister Luxon Secures Major Investments in Renewable Energy and Tourism from Malaysia
9 months ago | 946 viewsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon announced significant investments in renewable energy infrastructure and tourism during his visit to Malaysia. Yinson Renewables plans to invest in New Zealand's renewable energy projects totaling around 1GW, with support from Invest New Zealand. Additionally, YTL Corporation Berhad acquired Hotel Indigo in Auckland for $160m, signaling confidence in New Zealand's tourism sector and receiving approvals from the Overseas Investment Office. Luxon also engaged in high-level talks on Indo-Pacific issues, established a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with ASEAN, and signed a halal arrangement with Malaysia to boost exports before heading to the Republic of Korea for APEC.
Tags: Christopher Luxon Yinson Renewables Invest New Zealand YTL Corporation Berhad YTL Hotels Overseas Investment Office Malaysia East Asia Summit ASEAN.Unlocking Opportunities: New Zealand's Southeast Asia Foreign Policy Reset
9 months ago | 1063 viewsThe speech delivered to the ASEAN – NZ Business Council emphasized the importance of New Zealand's foreign policy reset, focusing on Southeast Asia as a key partner for trade, security, and resilience. The reset aims to deepen relationships through practical diplomacy, increased resources, and tangible outcomes such as strategic partnerships with countries like Viet Nam and Singapore. The plan for the year ahead includes turning upgraded agreements into results, building people-to-people ties, and deepening security cooperation to deliver security and prosperity for New Zealanders.
Tags: Simon Bridges Kathleen Morrison Ambassadors High Commissioners Viet Nam Singapore ASEAN Thailand Philippines MalaysiaTrade Minister Todd McClay Strengthens ASEAN Ties for NZ's Economic Growth
10 months ago | 957 viewsTrade and Investment Minister Todd McClay is heading to Kuala Lumpur for high-level ASEAN Economic Ministers’ Meetings, marking the 50th anniversary of New Zealand’s Dialogue Partnership with ASEAN and emphasizing the commitment to elevate the relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. With ASEAN being New Zealand’s fourth-largest trading partner, valued at over $29 billion annually, the focus is on strengthening ties to double export value in a decade. Trade with ASEAN has doubled under AANZFTA in the past 15 years, with potential for further growth, and Mr. McClay aims to advance New Zealand’s priorities, support Kiwi businesses, and foster strong trade relationships during his visit.
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