Articles tagged with Wto
New Zealand's Minister Chris Penk to Represent Small Business at G20 Trade Meeting in South Africa
4 weeks ago | 125 viewsSmall Business and Manufacturing Minister Chris Penk is representing New Zealand at the G20 Trade and Investment Ministerial Meeting in South Africa, aiming to advance the country's interests with major global economies. New Zealand, as a guest country alongside G20 members, will discuss trade and investment matters, including upholding the international rules-based trading system. During the meeting, Mr Penk will focus on advocating for New Zealand's priorities within the World Trade Organisation while also strengthening the relationship between New Zealand and South Africa.
Tags: Chris Penk Small Business Manufacturing Minister New Zealand G20 Trade Investment South Africa WTO International TradeBoosting 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 ForumNew Zealand Exporters Set to Benefit from Fairer Competition Under WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement
1 month ago | 176 viewsNew Zealand's Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay highlights the benefits for exporters from the World Trade Organisation's Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies coming into effect, aiming to ensure fair competition by prohibiting subsidies that support illegal fishing practices. McClay emphasizes that the agreement aligns with New Zealand's push for global reform in the fishing industry, promoting responsible production and safeguarding fish stocks. New Zealand's ratification of the agreement in 2023 reflects its commitment to supporting fair competition and doubling the value of exports, with a focus on the Pacific region where key partners and exporters operate.
Tags: Todd McClay New Zealand exporters subsidies fish WTO agreement competition trade fisheriesNew Zealand Invests $150,000 in WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement for Fair Global Trade
4 months ago | 999 viewsThe Government is investing a further $150,000 to support implementation of the WTO Fisheries Subsidies Agreement—ensuring New Zealand exporters can compete on a level playing field while helping protect global fish stocks. “This is about backing rules that stop unfair subsidies and make sure all countries are held to the same standards,” Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay says. “It’s in New Zealand’s direct interest to see this Agreement fully implemented—especially in the Pacific, where many of our key partners operate and where our seafood exporters are active.
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