Articles tagged with Apec

New Zealand’s Food Safety Minister Leads APEC Efforts on Regional Food Security

1 day ago | 71 views

Food Safety Minister Andrew Hoggard is representing New Zealand at the 11th APEC Food Security Ministerial Meeting in China, which focuses on regional cooperation to address food security challenges and promote sustainable, resilient food systems. The forum brings together 21 member economies to share policies, enhance trade, and collaborate on innovation, climate resilience, and supply chain stability. New Zealand emphasizes its commitment to open trade and access to safe, nutritious food while engaging in bilateral meetings with business stakeholders during the visit.

Tags: Andrew Hoggard Food Safety Minister New Zealand APEC Food Security Ministerial Meeting Asia Pacific food security sustainable agriculture economic cooperation trade

Vietnam President To Lam to Make Historic State Visit to New Zealand in August

2 weeks ago | 247 views

Viet Nam’s President To Lam will make a State visit to New Zealand next week, marking the first such visit by a Viet Namese President since 2007. The two countries recently elevated their relationship to a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, reflecting strong economic ties with two-way trade reaching NZ$3.41 billion and growth in sectors like food, education, and technology. This visit aims to further strengthen cooperation, supporting New Zealand’s prosperity and security through closer ties with Viet Nam, an influential member of ASEAN, APEC, and CPTPP.

Tags: To Lam Christopher Luxon Viet Nam New Zealand ASEAN APEC CPTPP Gerry Brownlee President Prime Minister

NZ Trade Minister Todd McClay to Lead Key Talks at APEC Summit in China

3 months ago | 645 views

Minister for Trade and Investment Todd McClay will visit China for bilateral trade talks, industry promotion, and the APEC Trade Ministers meeting, emphasizing the importance of China as a key trading partner under New Zealand's Free Trade Agreement. He aims to strengthen connections with major regional economies and address critical fuel supply chain disruptions to ensure smooth trade flows. APEC's 21 economies collectively account for over 70% of New Zealand's exports, 60% of global GDP, and 37% of the world’s population.

Tags: Todd McClay Minister for Trade and Investment China New Zealand APEC Free Trade Agreement trade talks supply chains economic partnership

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon Wraps Up Official Visit to Malaysia & Korea, Strengthens Trade Partnerships

9 months ago | 906 views

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon completed his official visits to Malaysia and the Republic of Korea, focusing on advancing New Zealand's trade and economic interests. During his trip, he attended the APEC Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, held bilateral discussions with key partners like the United States and Indonesia, and emphasized the importance of New Zealand's participation in regional forums for economic growth. The visits resulted in the launch of strategic partnerships with Korea and ASEAN, aiming to boost New Zealand's trade opportunities and profile in these regions.

Tags: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon Malaysia Republic of Korea APEC Leaders’ Meeting United States Indonesia New Zealand East Asia Summit

Prime Minister Luxon Strengthens Economic Ties in Malaysia and Korea

9 months ago | 925 views

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon completed his official visits to Malaysia and the Republic of Korea, focusing on advancing New Zealand’s trade and economic interests. During the APEC Leaders’ Meeting in Gyeongju, the regional economic situation was a key discussion point, highlighting the importance of engaging with APEC's 21 economies. Luxon emphasized the significance of participating in international forums like APEC and the East Asia Summit to advocate for New Zealand’s interests, culminating in the launch of strategic partnerships with Korea and ASEAN to enhance trade opportunities for New Zealand.

Tags: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon Malaysia Republic of Korea APEC Leaders’ Meeting United States Indonesia New Zealand East Asia Summit

Energy Minister Simon Watts Joins APEC Leaders in Busan for Energy Security Discussions

12 months ago | 1172 views

Energy Minister Simon Watts will attend the 15th APEC Energy Ministers Meeting in Busan, Republic of Korea, focusing on energy security and affordability. He aims to collaborate internationally to build resilient and sustainable energy systems in the Asia-Pacific region and discuss harnessing energy innovation. Key topics at the meeting include electricity expansion, grid security, reliability, and AI-driven energy innovation, with a focus on connecting with counterparts to advance shared energy goals.

Tags: Simon Watts Energy Minister Busan Republic of Korea APEC Energy security International collaboration Sustainable energy systems Energy innovation New Zealand