Articles tagged with Fisheries
New Zealand and Solomon Islands Strengthen Ties in Wellington Meeting
1 day ago | 79 viewsPrime Minister Luxon and Foreign Minister Peters met with Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manele in Wellington to reaffirm New Zealand's strong ties with Solomon Islands. Discussions included supporting Solomon Islands' economy and education and fisheries sectors, as well as preparations for the upcoming Pacific Islands Forum hosted by PM Manele. New Zealand's ongoing commitment to supporting Solomon Islands' development was highlighted by both Mr. Luxon and Mr. Peters during the visit.
Tags: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon Foreign Minister Winston Peters Solomon Islands Jeremiah Manele Wellington New Zealand Pacific Islands Forum education fisheries AucklandNew Zealand Fisheries Ranked Among World's Most Sustainable by UN Report: Minister Shane Jones Applauds Sector's Efforts
1 month ago | 514 viewsA United Nations report ranking New Zealand’s fisheries among the world’s most sustainable is strong recognition of the sector’s hard work, Oceans and Fisheries Minister Shane Jones says. “The report compared fisheries around the world and found the region including New Zealand’s waters have the second highest levels of sustainable stocks in the world. “New Zealand has a reputation around the world for high quality, sustainable kaimoana and, as this report shows, the reputation is richly deserved,” Mr Jones says.
Tags: Australian Fisheries act Food and agriculture organization of the united nations New south wales New zealand Oceans and fisheries Shane jones Southwest pacific United nationsNew Zealand Invests $150,000 in WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement for Fair Global Trade
1 month ago | 492 viewsThe Government is investing a further $150,000 to support implementation of the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement—ensuring New Zealand exporters can compete on a level playing field while helping protect global fish stocks. “This is about backing rules that stop unfair subsidies and make sure all countries are held to the same standards,” Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay says. “It’s in New Zealand’s direct interest to see this Agreement fully implemented—especially in the Pacific, where many of our key partners operate and where our seafood exporters are active.
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