It has been another interesting week with the change in alert levels, lets remain vigilant as we navigate through these challenging times of COVID-19.

If you are exporting and experiencing challenges getting your products  to international markets, the team at MFAT want to know immediately: Call 04 439 8000 or email enquiries@mfat.govt.nz.

Further kōrero with NZ Herald Local Focus about how the new upgrade to the free trade agreement between New Zealand and China will provide opportunities for Māori exporters and businesses.

Two new board appointments for Māori trade organisation, Te Taumata, will add increased diversity and experience, and in turn, help to deliver the best possible trade outcomes for Māori, says Chair Chris Karamea Insley.

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We are pleased to let you know that Te Pūtea Matua, the Reserve Bank, has released its latest assessment of the Māori Economy – Te Ōhanga Māori 2018 – which paints a picture of the Māori economy as at 2018.

Māori trade organisation, Te Taumata, says today’s signing of an upgrade to the free trade agreement between New Zealand and China will provide further opportunities for Māori exporters and businesses, while protecting the rights of Māori.

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In our final pānui for the year, we reflect on the challenges and opportunities during 2020, what we’ve accomplished in the face of adversity, and our future view for 2021. You can read it read here.