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New Zealand Welcomes Lao Deputy PM to Strengthen 60 Years of Partnership

6 days ago | 120 views

Minister Winston Peters welcomed Lao Deputy Prime Minister Thongsavan Phomvihane on his first official visit to New Zealand, highlighting their long-standing development partnership focused on unexploded ordnance clearance, economic growth, and education. During the visit, Peters announced support for rural communities through the Partnering for Impact programme in collaboration with local NGOs to improve livelihoods and food security. Their discussions also covered regional cooperation, trade, education, and people-to-people links, reinforcing over 60 years of diplomatic relations and New Zealand's commitment to Southeast Asia.

Tags: Winston Peters Thongsavan Phomvihane New Zealand Lao PDR Deputy Prime Minister ASEAN Save the Children World Vision Christian Blind Mission Partnering for Impact

Andy Knight Named Chair of Expert Panel for $200M Gas Security Fund

3 months ago | 437 views

Andy Knight has been appointed chair of the expert panel advising the New Zealand Government on applications to the $200 million Gas Security Fund, which aims to enhance domestic gas supply and storage amid declining production. The panel also includes geophysicist Tim Allan and energy sector professional John Pagani, with two more members to be appointed, and will provide independent, expert advice to decision-making ministers Shane Jones and Chris Bishop. The fund, administered by Kānoa – Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit, supports projects with short- to long-term benefits to secure affordable and reliable gas for New Zealand’s economy.

Tags: Andy Knight Shane Jones Tim Allan John Pagani Chris Bishop Gas Security Fund New Zealand Oil & Gas Energy Efficiency Conservation Authority Taranaki Iwi Holdings OMV