Articles tagged with Free Trade Agreement

New Zealand and Saudi Arabia Establish Business Council to Boost Trade and Investment

2 hours ago | 23 views

Minister for Trade and Investment Todd McClay and Saudi Minister of Investment H. E. Dr Majid bin Abdullah Al-Kassabi signed a joint statement establishing the New Zealand–Saudi Arabia Business Council to enhance trade and investment between the two countries. Saudi Arabia, a top 20 export market for New Zealand with a significant economy, presents lucrative opportunities, especially with the upcoming free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council. The Business Council aims to support exporters, raise awareness of opportunities, strengthen relationships, and contribute to the government's goal of doubling exports in 10 years, ultimately creating more jobs and economic growth for New Zealand.

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Prime Minister Luxon Strengthening New Zealand-EU Ties in High-Level Talks: Trade, Research, and Remembrance

2 months ago | 644 views

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has held high-level talks with European Union leaders in Brussels, to underline the close ties between New Zealand and the EU. “The European Union is one of New Zealand’s most trusted partners,” Mr Luxon says. “This is something that was emphasised in my meetings with both EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and EU Council President António Costa.

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