Articles tagged with Digital Trade

Global Trade Ministers Gather in Auckland for Major FIT Partnership Meeting

3 weeks ago | 227 views

Ten trade ministers and up to 100 delegates from 21 countries will meet in Auckland for the second Future of Investment and Trade (FITP) Partnership Ministerial Meeting, chaired by New Zealand's Trade Minister Todd McClay. The meeting aims to reduce trade barriers, simplify trade rules, and address non-tariff barriers affecting $9 billion of New Zealand trade, while promoting digital trade and tackling trade-distorting subsidies. This global gathering strengthens ties among small and medium-sized economies and positions New Zealand at the forefront of international trade discussions.

Tags: Todd McClay New Zealand FIT Partnership trade ministers international trade global trade trade rules digital trade trade disruptions

New Trans-Tasman Standards Agreement Boosts NZ Businesses and Innovation

6 months ago | 938 views

Standards New Zealand and Standards Australia have signed a new agreement to align trans-Tasman standards, enhancing product quality, safety, and reducing costs for businesses and consumers. The agreement supports innovation and economic growth by adopting international standards in areas like AI, data management, and cybersecurity, while removing fees and red tape to boost competitiveness and digital trade. This collaboration, endorsed by both governments and industry stakeholders, strengthens New Zealand’s role in joint standards development and fosters a modern, efficient regulatory environment.

Tags: Scott Simpson Luxon Anthony Albanese Standards New Zealand Standards Australia Commerce and Consumer Affairs artificial intelligence cybersecurity digital trade

New Zealand Secures $450 Million in Deals at China Import Expo, Expands Market Opportunities

9 months ago | 835 views

Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay announced new deals and partnerships worth up to $450 million at the China International Import Expo (CIIE). Over 20 Memorandums of Understanding and supply agreements were signed between New Zealand and Chinese companies during the event, with over 80 New Zealand companies participating. The focus was on showcasing premium Kiwi offerings across various sectors, and the importance of e-commerce and digital trade in meeting consumer demands in China was highlighted to support New Zealand exporters.

Tags: China New Zealand CIIE Todd McClay trade partnerships Memorandums of Understanding exporters agriculture digital trade