Articles tagged with Iceland

New Zealand and Iceland Strengthen Cooperation on Working Holidays, Taxation, and Geothermal Energy

1 week ago | 101 views

New Zealand and Iceland are strengthening cooperation in areas such as working holidays, taxation, and geothermal energy, as announced by Foreign Minister Winston Peters during his visit to Iceland. Initiatives like a reciprocal Working Holiday Scheme aim to enhance collaboration between the two island nations, fostering opportunities for young people to engage, learn, and contribute internationally. The Double Tax Agreement and exploration of geothermal energy aim to bolster economic ties and address future energy needs, with Mr Peters highlighting the importance of learning from Iceland's expertise in this field during his broader visit to the Nordic region.

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Foreign Minister Winston Peters Strengthening Partnerships in the UK and Nordic Region

2 weeks ago | 134 views

Foreign Minister Winston Peters will travel to the United Kingdom and the Nordic region for diplomatic engagements. In the UK, he will participate in the UK-NZ Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue, meet with Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, and discuss enhancing cooperation amidst global challenges. In the Nordic countries, Mr Peters will attend the New Zealand-Nordic 5 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting to strengthen relationships and explore opportunities for collaboration in various areas.

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New FIT Partnership Boosts Trade and Investment Opportunities

1 month ago | 218 views

New Zealand, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, and Switzerland have formed the Future of Investment and Trade (FIT) Partnership to enhance trade and investment opportunities and support economic growth. The partnership includes several other countries like Brunei, Costa Rica, and Iceland, among others. Discussions on establishing the FIT Partnership began a year ago, with a focus on practical initiatives to open markets, attract investment, and remove barriers to benefit businesses and strengthen supply chains.

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