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No sign 10% tariff will increase but uncertainty remains: Mfat
Trade

No sign 10% tariff will increase but uncertainty remains: Mfat

Ongoing uncertainty is of concern for New Zealand exporters, an Mfat spokesperson says.

Rebecca Howard 24 Jul 2025
Why Trump always chickens out on China
Trade

Why Trump always chickens out on China

NZ has “once in a lifetime opportunity” for infrastructure, tech funding, economist says. 

Dileepa Fonseka 22 Jul 2025
Grass-fed boost to NZ’s China brand 'significant opportunity'
Trade

Grass-fed boost to NZ’s China brand 'significant opportunity'

Zespri wants to double its business in the country in the next 10 years.

Riley Kennedy 21 Jul 2025
UPDATE: NZ-Canada dairy dispute resolved says NZ Trade Minister
Trade

UPDATE: NZ-Canada dairy dispute resolved says NZ Trade Minister

A long-running dairy dispute with Canada has been resolved, says Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay“The Government is pleased that this dispute has now been settled, and New Zealand exporters are guaranteed better access to the Canadian market,” McClay said.Under the agree...

Rebecca Howard 18 Jul 2025


Oliver Lewis
Oliver Lewis

Infrastructure Editor

Oliver Lewis won the local government reporting category at the 2023 Voyager Media Awards. He is part of our investigations unit and also covers infrastructure, housing and employment issues. Formerly with Stuff/The Press, Oliver has also written for the Guardian and North & South. 

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