Wednesday, 23 May 2018, 3:56 pm Press Release: EMA
Confirmation that trade negotiations will begin on a
free trade agreement with the European Union is excellent
news says the EMA.
EMA, Chief Executive Officer, Kim
Campbell said the Prime Minister and her team are to be
congratulated for progressing this trade discussion, which
has long been considered an impossibility.
"The EU is a
significant trade bloc and our exporters will welcome this
move to pave the way for better access," says Mr
Campbell.
"When we hear the anti-global rhetoric of some
of our larger trading partners, it makes this news even more
welcome," he says.
"Trade builds prosperity and agreements
such as this are key building blocks to a connected, vibrant
economy.
"Which is why it will be exciting to celebrate
the success of our exporters at our awards events next
month," says Mr Campbell.
The ExportNZ divisions of EMA in
the Bay of Plenty, Waikato and Auckland will be announcing
the winners of their respective awards in late
June. ENDS
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