Articles tagged with Asean
Costa Rica Nears CPTPP Membership as Trade Ministers Advance Accession Talks
1 month ago | 150 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
1 month ago | 214 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
1 month ago | 250 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
2 months ago | 244 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
3 months ago | 318 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.
Tags: Todd McClay Trade Investment Minister ASEAN New Zealand AANZFTA Kuala Lumpur exports partnerships MalaysiaNew Zealand's Strengthened Ties in Southeast Asia: Security and Prosperity Updates
5 months ago | 1227 viewsNew Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters emphasizes the importance of relationships with Southeast Asia for security and prosperity. They are working intensively with Southeast Asia, aiming to establish a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with ASEAN by 2025. During his visit to Malaysia, Mr. Peters engaged in discussions on various security issues and held bilateral talks with ministerial counterparts from several countries.
Tags: New Zealand Southeast Asia Winston Peters ASEAN Malaysia East Asia Summit security partnership dialogue scholarshipForeign Minister Winston Peters to Strengthen ASEAN Partnership During Malaysia Visit
5 months ago | 825 viewsForeign Minister Winston Peters will travel to Malaysia this week for regional engagement with Southeast Asian partners. “The Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN) plays a central role in supporting a peaceful, stable and prosperous Indo-Pacific region and has been a steadfast partner of New Zealand,” Mr Peters says. “In our 50th anniversary of Dialogue Relations with ASEAN, we will highlight the value of the deep partnership between New Zealand and South East Asia, and will engage on the strategic issues impacting the stability of our region.
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