Articles tagged with Minister For Trade

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

1 month ago | 206 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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Enhancing Investment Links Between New Zealand and Saudi Arabia for Mutual Growth

1 month ago | 228 views

Minister Todd McClay met with Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Investment to enhance investment ties between the two countries, leveraging Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 reform agenda. The meeting follows the New Zealand-Gulf Cooperation Council Free Trade Agreement and aims to boost trade and investment cooperation, focusing on key growth sectors like renewable energy and tourism. Both ministers agreed to establish a Cooperation Framework Agreement to facilitate investment opportunities and strengthen collaboration between the two countries.

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