Trade
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Primary Sector
Charles Finny: EU-NZ FTA: Ardern’s captain’s call
Europe’s unshakeable commitment to agricultural protectionism delivered disappointing dairy and beef outcomes, but there have been significant gains elsewhere. A promotional push into Europe is now required.
Economy
Rebecca Howard: My bet? Ardern says the EU-NZ FTA needs more work
Arden’ll just say it’s very close, but more talks are needed. That’s much easier to spin than a deal at any cost.
Economy
EU FTA talks coming to a head
Agricultural access – in particular for dairy and meat – is a sticking point and there has been growing concern that the government will do a deal at any cost.
Opinion
Pattrick Smellie: Why the PM's US mission matters enormously
In a troubled world beset by inflation and low growth, the US represents both a major market opportunity and a friend that NZ needs to work harder to like.
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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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