Articles tagged with Canada
Minister Judith Collins Represents New Zealand at Five Country Ministerial Meeting in London
2 weeks ago | 165 viewsMinister Judith Collins is representing New Zealand at the annual Five Country Ministerial meeting in London, where common issues and joint commitments among New Zealand, Australia, Canada, the UK, and the US are discussed. The meeting covers topics such as countering terrorism, state threats, border security, and tackling child sexual exploitation. Collaboration with UK counterparts and other Five Eyes partners is emphasized for enhancing safety and security on a global scale, highlighting New Zealand's dedication to global security efforts.
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2 months ago | 616 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.
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2 months ago | 776 viewsMinister of Internal Affairs Brooke van Velden says New Zealand is sending a seven-person specialist team to Manitoba on Wednesday 9 July to support Canada in its response to severe wildfires across the country. “Canada is dealing with an intense and escalating wildfire season, with fires raging across multiple provinces,” says Ms van Velden. “More than 20,000 people have been displaced from their homes.
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