NZ elevates Vietnam trade relationship

NZ elevates Vietnam trade relationship
Victoria Young
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern says this country’s partnership with Vietnam has reached a higher level and the two countries will work to deepen their bilateral links, particularly in trade, agriculture, education, development and regional cooperation during the next 12 months. Trade and investment will be an important component of the new "strategic partnership" announced today, and the two countries committed to help open markets and reduce barriers to bilateral trade, especially for agricultural, seafood, and timber products. “In order...

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