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New Zealand, Singapore, and Chile Launch Green Economy Partnership Agreement in Korea
4 days ago | 86 viewsPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Minister for Trade and Investment Todd McClay, along with their Singaporean and Chilean counterparts, launched negotiations for the Green Economy Partnership Agreement (GEPA) in the Republic of Korea. The agreement aims to boost trade and investment opportunities in the global green economy, estimated to reach US$11 trillion by 2040, by focusing on areas such as sustainable finance, green goods and services, and low emissions fuel alternatives. The negotiations, set to continue until 2026, follow the signing of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership with Singapore and underline New Zealand's commitment to meeting climate targets and fostering a greener economy through international collaboration.
Tags: Christopher Luxon Todd McClay New Zealand Singapore Chile Green Economy Partnership Agreement GEPA Republic of Korea trade agreements climate targetsDefending Democracy: The Role of Courts in Upholding the People's Voice
1 week ago | 159 viewsThe speech delivered in the Oxford Union debate argues that courts are undermining democracy due to judicial overreach and challenges to popular will. It emphasizes the importance of democratic principles, separation of powers, and judicial independence in upholding the people's voice in governance. The speaker highlights concerns about judicial activism and the need for prudential leadership to ensure that laws are made by elected representatives, emphasizing the role of parliament as the voice of the people and the importance of defending democracy against current threats.
Tags: Democracy Courts Judicial Overreach Separation of Powers Leadership Judicial Independence New Zealand Parliament Aristotle Winston ChurchillAirways Corporation of New Zealand Announces New Leadership Appointments
1 week ago | 125 viewsState-Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown announced leadership changes at the Airways Corporation of New Zealand. Darin Cusack will become Chair effective October 31, 2025, succeeding Denise Church, with Danny Tuato’o appointed as Deputy Chair. Both Cusack and Tuato’o have been reappointed for extended terms, bringing valuable experience in aviation systems and safety, financial acumen, and risk management to help Airways navigate industry challenges.
Tags: Simeon Brown Darin Cusack Denise Church Danny Tuato'o Airways Corporation of New Zealand aviation sector leadership appointments air navigation services safety systemsKaikohe Affordable Housing Project: 100 Homes to Bring Stability and Opportunities
2 weeks ago | 102 viewsAn Iwi - Crown partnership in Kaikohe will deliver 100 affordable rental homes, providing stability and pride for whānau while creating local jobs and opportunities. The Bisset Road development, backed by Government and Te Hau Ora o Ngāpuhi funding, will address housing challenges and improve health outcomes for the community. This project is part of the larger Whai Kāinga Whai Oranga initiative aiming to develop over 400 affordable rentals for Māori by 2027, showcasing successful collaboration between Iwi and Government in creating sustainable housing solutions.
Tags: Tama Potaka Kaikohe Iwi Crown partnership Te Tai Tokerau Ngāpuhi Whai Kāinga Whai Oranga Māori Government Bisset Road.New Zealand Achieves Safer Communities Through Family and Sexual Violence Reduction Milestones
2 weeks ago | 136 viewsMinister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence highlights achievements in reducing family and sexual violence in New Zealand, emphasizing the interconnectedness needed for effective responses. The second Te Aorerekura Action Plan has been successfully implemented ahead of schedule, leading to safer communities. Notable accomplishments include improved multi-agency responses in various regions, expanded safety programs for victims, and the successful reduction of family violence homicides in Canterbury through the Integrated Safety Response approach.
Tags: family violence sexual violence Minister for the Prevention of Family and Sexual Violence Te Aorerekura Action Plan Minister Chhour community partnerships safety programmes Integrated Safety ResponseNew Zealand Government Secures Guangzhou Shipyard for Two Ferry Builds
3 weeks ago | 100 viewsThe Government has selected Guangzhou Shipyard International to build two new ferries through Ferry Holdings Limited. Rail Minister Winston Peters highlighted GSI's expertise and capabilities as a leading shipbuilding enterprise in Southern China. Negotiations are ongoing, with details to be disclosed upon completion, including agreements with CentrePort Limited and Port Marlborough New Zealand Limited, aiming for completion in 2029 with cost-effective solutions to benefit New Zealand taxpayers.
Tags: Government Ferry Holdings Limited Guangzhou Shipyard International Rail Minister Winston Peters GSI New Zealand taxpayers ferry replacement programme CentrePort Limited Port Marlborough New Zealand Limited project iReXGovernment Decisions on Pharmacy Ownership and Medical Advertising in Upcoming Bill
3 weeks ago | 121 viewsCabinet papers reveal upcoming Medical Products Bill changes including the removal of pharmacy ownership restrictions to enhance access to healthcare. The bill will introduce a supervisory pharmacist role and allow advertising of unapproved medicines under certain conditions. Modernizing advertising regulations will provide better access to medical product information while ensuring consumer safety.
Tags: Casey Costello Government decisions Pharmacy ownership Medical Products Bill Advertising of medicines Supervisory pharmacist Patient safety Pharmacy standards Consumer safety Medical conferencesNew Zealand-Singapore Trade Boosted by Strategic Food Partnership and Essential Supplies Agreement
3 weeks ago | 125 viewsNew Zealand and Singapore have strengthened their trade relationship through the launch of a Strategic Food Partnership and the Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies, announced by Minister Todd McClay. The Strategic Food Partnership aims to enhance agrifood trade, facilitate the movement of high-quality food, and promote investment and innovation in the primary and food production sectors. The Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies ensures the continuous flow of goods like food and fuel during crises, with a crisis-response arrangement to prevent export curbs and support supply chain resilience.
Tags: New Zealand Singapore Strategic Food Partnership Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies Todd McClay agrifood trade investment research innovation primary productionGovernment Allocates $3M to Extend Active Me - Kia Tū Fund for Youth
3 weeks ago | 175 viewsThe Government is investing an additional $3 million to extend the Active Me - Kia Tū Hardship Fund for another year, aiming to support young New Zealanders facing financial challenges in accessing sports and recreation opportunities. The program, delivered by Variety – The Children’s Charity in partnership with Sport NZ, has already benefited over 10,000 children and their families by providing grants of up to $300 per child annually to enable participation in physical activities and remove financial barriers. Minister Mark Mitchell highlights the positive impact of the fund on children's well-being, social skills, and community safety, emphasizing the importance of exploring sustainable funding options and reducing costs for participants through ongoing research by Sport NZ.
Tags: Government Sport and Recreation Minister Hon Mark Mitchell Variety – The Children’s Charity Sport NZ New Zealanders financial hardship physical activity communities young peopleBoosting Trade and Investment: NZ and Australia Strengthen Economic Partnership in CER Meeting
1 month ago | 167 viewsTrade and Investment Minister Todd McClay will meet Australian Trade Minister Senator Don Farrell in Adelaide for the CER Trade Ministers’ Meeting to enhance the Single Economic Market and strengthen the economic partnership between New Zealand and Australia. The meeting aims to boost trade, investment, and business growth across the Tasman amidst global trade uncertainties. Discussions will focus on elevating the partnership, addressing trade barriers, enhancing regulatory coherence, and coordinating on international trade initiatives to benefit businesses on both sides of the Tasman and align government actions with business needs.
Tags: Todd McClay Don Farrell Single Economic Market CER Trade Agreement WTO CPTPP Prime Ministers Luxon Albanese Australia New Zealand Leadership ForumTrade Minister Todd McClay Strengthens ASEAN Ties for NZ's Economic Growth
1 month ago | 195 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 MalaysiaMinister of Internal Affairs Achieves Shortest Citizenship Wait Times in Five Years
1 month ago | 228 viewsMinister Brooke van Velden highlights significant improvements in citizenship application processing, with wait times reduced from 180 to 69 days, the shortest in five years. The Department of Internal Affairs prioritized clearing the backlog, resulting in a 70% decrease in the number of people waiting for a decision. Van Velden emphasizes the importance of recognizing and valuing the contributions of those applying for citizenship, acknowledging the efforts and sacrifices made by new Kiwis.
Tags: Brooke van Velden Minister of Internal Affairs citizenship government services efficiency Labour Department of Internal Affairs New Zealand economy cultureParliament Passes Bill for Fairer and More Effective Revenue Collection on Imported and Exported Goods
1 month ago | 206 viewsParliament has passed the Customs (Levies and Other Matters) Amendment Bill, aiming to enhance revenue collection on imported and exported goods. The bill introduces a levy regime to recover Customs' goods management costs, allows for the collection of product stewardship fees, and streamlines the process for seeking GST refunds on returned imported goods. Customs Minister Casey Costello emphasizes that the bill does not change existing charges or introduce new ones, highlighting the importance of spreading costs across importers through a levy regime.
Tags: Customs Minister Casey Costello Parliament revenue collection imported goods exported goods Customs legislation product stewardship fees waste minimisation legislation GST refunds levy regimeNew Zealand and Saudi Arabia Forge $100 Million Trade Partnerships
1 month ago | 220 viewsMinister Todd McClay announced five new commercial partnerships between New Zealand and Saudi Arabian companies during a Trade and Investment mission in Riyadh, expecting over $100 million in commercial value. The partnerships aim to deepen trade relations, boost exports, and align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 for premium solutions. Examples include collaborations in nutrition products, fruit production, animal management, and creative industries like design and construction.
Tags: Todd McClay Trade Investment Agriculture New Zealand Saudi Arabia Partnerships Commercial Exporters Vision 2030Landcorp Introduces Livestock Equity Partnership for Future of Farming in New Zealand
1 month ago | 288 viewsLandcorp has introduced a new livestock equity partnership program in New Zealand to assist farm operators in building equity and securing the future of farming, according to State Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown. The initiative aligns with the government's goals of enhancing rural employment, boosting farm productivity, and facilitating ownership opportunities for the next generation of farmers. The equity partnership model expands on Landcorp's existing contract farming options for dairy farmers and aims to promote high performance, unlock the farming sector's potential, and create pathways for aspiring farmers to take ownership of farms like Mahiwi Farm.
Tags: Landcorp livestock equity partnership farm operators farming New Zealand State Owned Enterprises Minister Simeon Brown rural employment farm productivity ownership pathways next generation farmers