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Trump Has Sent A Message On Trade: Time To Scrap Kiwi Tariffs

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 19:04:31 +1300 | ACT New Zealand

It appears possible that Trump’s plan will impose a reciprocal tariff in response to our GST regime. This would impose a significant cost on companies exporting to the US. Abolishing our remaining tariffs would at least somewhat offset this cost, ...More >>

Foreign Companies Driving The Global Privatization Of Domestic Infrastructure

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 22:19:44 +1300 | Independent Media Institute

Foreign entities have secured profitable positions in once-public domestic infrastructure. The pursuit of short-term cash has sacrificed long-term revenue streams to a variety of foreign investors.More >>

Japanese Consumers Alarmed By New Zealand’s Plan To Deregulate Gene Editing

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 20:54:01 +1300 | GE Free NZ

This is a wakeup call for all New Zealand exporters reflecting the possible downturn in demand from overseas markets. More >>

50+ Nations Rally Behind 6PAC+ Call For A Levy To Enable Equitable Shipping Climate Measures In London

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 00:16:12 +1300 | Micronesian Center for Sustainable Transport

Leading the charge for equitable maritime decarbonization, the alliance is pushing for bold commitments within the IMO. Building on momentum from previous negotiations, the 6PAC+ is actively advancing its proposal for a strong and fair global carbon ...More >>

Foodstuffs Co-ops Warn Of Tariff Impacts, As Global Demand For Three Key Commodities Leads Rise In Food Price Inflation

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 20:20:06 +1300 | Foodstuffs Limited

The Foodstuffs co-ops say an increase in the rate of food price inflation in January was led by ongoing spikes in key global commodities, with the effects of the US’s new tariffs yet to be seen.More >>

Cupid’s Cargo: Flower Freight To And From AKL For Valentine’s Day

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:02:43 +1300 | Auckland Airport

Last February 30 tonnes of roses flew into AKL, with imports largely sourced from two main origin countries Colombia (14 tonnes) and India (13 tonnes). More >>

Strong Forecast Returns For Growers Puts Zespri On Track To Top $4.5 Billion Sales Goal

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 20:03:12 +1300 | Zespri

At a per hectare level, returns for Green and Organic Green have reached record levels off the back of this season’s improved yields and the strong value secured for fruit throughout the season.More >>

The Global Impact of U.S. Trade Tariffs: Perspectives from Key Industries

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 18:46:34 +1300 | Blue Yonder

The new 25% tariffs on aluminium & steel, along with proposed increases in other areas, are sending shockwaves through global industries, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region. As companies face rising costs, supply chain disruptions, and market volatility, ...More >>

Speech To New Zealand Economics Forum

Thu, 13 Feb 2025 11:35:24 +1300 | New Zealand Government

Our Government’s plan to grow the economy is about making the most of New Zealand’s many advantages, removing barriers that are holding Kiwis back and competing for our share of the world’s wealth.More >>

Going For Growth: International Investment Summit To Boost Infrastructure And Jobs

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:57:22 +1300 | New Zealand Government

“The investment summit will bring together around 100 leaders from global investment and construction companies, among others, to showcase our infrastructure vision and highlight upcoming investment and development opportunities."More >>

Zespri RubyRed [TM] Kiwifruit Volume Set To Double This Season

Wed, 5 Feb 2025 18:30:09 +1300 | Zespri

CEO Jason Te Brake says it’s an exciting time for Zespri RubyRed [TM] Kiwifruit with volume doubling compared with last season which is great news for consumers who love its sweet berry taste, vibrant red flesh colour and the health benefits ...More >>

Customs’ Levies Legislation Passes First Reading

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 21:44:50 +1300 | New Zealand Government

“The bill is about improving the system - it doesn’t change or increase rates of existing charges or introduce new charges,” Customs Minister Casey says. More >>

Trade And Investment Minister To Hold Trans-Tasman Discussion

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 14:11:35 +1300 | New Zealand Government

“This will be an opportunity to explore ways to deepen CPTPP trade,” Mr McClay says. Australia is the current chair of New Zealand’s leading trade agreement – the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP).More >>

Luxon Goes All Out For Growth In Mining And Tourism – We Should Be Careful What He Wishes For

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 15:33:23 +1300 | The Conversation

The prime minister’s state-of-the-nation focus on economic growth, particularly in mining and tourism, was long on aspiration and short on realistic expectations. More >>

Zenno Astronautics And ANA Trading Partner To Rollout Zenno’s Superconducting Space Technologies In Japan

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 11:36:33 +1300 | Zenno Astronautics

Zenno’s world’s first superconducting magnetic torquer for spacecraft attitude control, market-ready to create new possibilities for the satellite industry More >>

Invest New Zealand Opens Doors To The World

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 14:10:42 +1300 | New Zealand Government

Invest New Zealand will incubate within New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) and then transition to a new Autonomous Crown Entity, which operates with a clear mandate to attract international capital, infrastructure investment, ideas, and expertise.More >>

Economic Outlook For 2025 Weighed Down By Fragmentation, Debt And Political Uncertainty

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 11:51:49 +1300 | World Economic Forum

The global economy is set to face significant challenges in 2025, with 56% of chief economists surveyed expecting conditions to weaken, according to the latest Chief Economists Outlook from the World Economic Forum. More >>

'A Good Direction': Departing US Ambassador Talks Trade, AUKUS, And Climate

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:54:44 +1300 | RNZ

Ambassador Tom Udall has been in New Zealand since 2021. More >>

Trade And Investment Agreements Signed With United Arab Emirates

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 20:09:35 +1300 | New Zealand Government

“Securing trade deals for our exporters has been a top priority for my government as we aim to double the value of our exports in ten years,” Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says.More >>

Potential $20 Billion Loss In Export Demand Threatens Rural Communities

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 17:52:51 +1300 | GE Free NZ

Comments at the end of the year from the Coalition Government by Minister Judith Collins show that they have little awareness of the global demand for GE-free food in 2025 or the historical failed genetic engineering trials in New Zealand.More >>

 
 
 
 
 
 

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