As negotiations accelerate to conclude an ambitious free trade agreement between New Zealand and the European Union, the NZ International Business Forum (NZIBF), representing a cross section of major exporters, urges the Government and its negotiators to hold out for a commercially meaningful deal which expands market access for all exports and does not disadvantage or penalise any one sector.
Can China join CPTPP?
The Chinese Premier expresses interest in China joining CPTPP. This should be encouraged. “China has a positive and open attitude about joining CPTPP”. These words of Chinese Premier Li Keqiang at the conclusion of the recent National People’s Congress mark the...
A Trade Policy for Our Times (reprise)
These are definitely the best of times and the worst of times for trade. The best of times because our economy is outward looking and competitive across many sectors. What’s more, unlike at other key moments in our economic history, we have options for trade growth. ...
Business Forum welcomes Trade Strategy for Uncertain times
The New Zealand International Business Forum congratulates Prime Minister Bill English and Trade Minister Todd McClay on the release of an ambitious, new trade strategy accompanied by an additional $91 million funding for trade-related initiatives. “The environment...
The International Trade Environment – address by Philip Turner, Fonterra, 15 March 2017
Read this speech by Philip Turner, Director, Global Stakeholder Affairs, Fonterra, to the CFO Summit, 15 March 2017. CFO Summit_Philip Turner_ 15 March 2017...