New Zealand’s leader said that while his country has “sizable economic interests” in China, it also sees “high-value markets” through free trade agreements (FTAs) with the United Kingdom, European Union, and an Asia-Pacific trade group.
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins made the remarks at the China Business Summit in Auckland on July 17, in which he reaffirmed his commitment to advancing trade opportunities for exporters amid a complex global landscape.
In his speech, Mr. Hipkins said that China is a significant trading partner for New Zealand, contributing over $40 billion to New Zealand’s economy, with dairy, meat, and forestry as the top three exports….