Latest International Trade Headlines
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 >>