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Beef And Lamb NZ Slams Claims That Meat Produced To Lower Standard

Mon, 20 May 2024 19:06:47 +1200 | RNZ

Britain's farmers are protesting the sale of Kiwi lamb, saying it may be of "lower standards than in the UK". More >>

APEC Trade Ministers Issue Joint Statement

Sun, 19 May 2024 13:54:48 +1200 | APEC

In the statement, APEC trade ministers recognized that trade has been facing strong headwinds in recent times, and reiterated their commitment to keeping markets open, removing unnecessary barriers to trade and strengthening trade and investment facilitation ...More >>

Trade Ministers Forge Stronger Ties, Propel Inclusive Trade

Sun, 19 May 2024 13:52:33 +1200 | APEC

As global uncertainties pose risks to the region’s economic outlook, trade ministers met in Arequipa to forge stronger ties in their pursuit of trade liberalization, facilitation and inclusion, aiming to dampen these risks and fostering resilient ...More >>

APEC Delivers First-Ever Trade And Women Ministers’ Joint Statement

Sun, 19 May 2024 05:55:07 +1200 | APEC

The statement reflects the outcomes of their first-ever joint meeting, co-chaired by Angela Teresa Hernandez, Minister of Women and Vulnerable Populations of Peru, and Elizabeth Galdo, Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Peru.More >>

Wairarapa Moana Ki Pouakani Win Top Māori Dairy Farming Award

Sat, 18 May 2024 13:35:48 +1200 | New Zealand Government

Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka announced the winners and congratulated runners-up, Whakatōhea Māori Trust Board, at an awards celebration also attended by Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Finance Minister Nicola Willis in Hamilton on Friday night.More >>

APEC Region Remains On Recovery Path Despite Multiple Challenges

Sat, 18 May 2024 04:37:51 +1200 | APEC

Merchandise trade contracted in 2023 due to slower economic growth, economic uncertainty, and restrictive trade policies, resulting in sluggish demand and spending decisions. More >>

More Than A Million Trays Of Kiwifruit To Be Destroyed After Mice Found

Fri, 17 May 2024 19:44:41 +1200 | RNZ

Zespri says the shipment in Belgium will be turned into biofuel after it became clear it was unsalvageable. More >>

Every Country’s Most Popular Cruise Destination Revealed

Fri, 17 May 2024 09:03:27 +1200 | AllClear

New research from travel insurance provider AllClear reveals the most popular cruising destinations in different countries around the world More >>

Further Sanctions Against Russia

Thu, 16 May 2024 09:59:56 +1200 | New Zealand Government

Foreign Minister Winston Peters today announced further sanctions on 28 individuals and 14 entities providing military and strategic support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.More >>

NZ Cleantech Delegation Heading To South Korea

Wed, 15 May 2024 17:25:06 +1200 | Asia New Zealand Foundation

Eleven business leaders from New Zealand's ESG and clean technology sectors will travel to South Korea in May to explore the country's growing sustainable solutions market and make connections.More >>

Penk Travels To Peru For Trade Meetings

Wed, 15 May 2024 11:08:16 +1200 | New Zealand Government

Minister for Land Information, Chris Penk will travel to Peru this week to represent New Zealand at a meeting of trade ministers from the Asia-Pacific region. He is travelling on behalf of Trade Minister Todd McClay. The annual Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation ...More >>

Live Export: New Zealand Sails Backwards Whilst The UK And Australia Competitively Sail Forward

Wed, 15 May 2024 10:40:22 +1200 | Veterinarians for Animal Welfare Aotearoa

"The United Kingdom’s Animal Welfare (Livestock Exports) Bill has just passed its final stage in Parliament (last night, NZ time) and will soon be enshrined into law. This will mean that the UK has banned export of farmed animals by sea. The Australian ...More >>

Seven Features Of Ancient Enterprise

Wed, 15 May 2024 08:19:05 +1200 | Human Bridges

The changing context for enterprise through the centuries reminds us that business activities are not universal but fluid and alter according to society’s practical priorities and ethics.More >>

IFPA Leads Mission To Grow Fresh Produce Exports To South Korea

Fri, 10 May 2024 18:17:42 +1200 | International Fresh Produce Association

The International Fresh Produce Association is deepening fresh produce trade connections to enhance opportunities for Australian and New Zealand exporters as increasingly savvy South Korean consumers seek out new lines and eating experiences.More >>

Business Summit - Navigating Today's China

Fri, 10 May 2024 13:26:35 +1200 | Auckland Business Chamber

The China Business Summit 2024, hosted by NZINC. and Auckland Business Chamber, is gearing up to be the pivotal forum for dissecting and enhancing New Zealand-China relations.More >>

Parallels Between Archaic Entrepots And Modern Offshore Banking Centers

Fri, 10 May 2024 10:45:26 +1200 | Independent Media Institute

Offshore banking and tax-avoidance centers are nothing new; they’ve been with us for millennia. More >>

Therapeutic Products Act Repeal Means Export Exemption More Urgent Than Ever

Wed, 8 May 2024 17:49:06 +1200 | Natural Health Products

The industry body for the natural health products sector, Natural Health Products NZ, says the repeal of the Therapeutic Products Act means urgent Ministerial action is needed to exempt the sector from New Zealand’s outdated export restrictions.More >>

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