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"A new mechanism": Trade meeting hopes to open up new pathways for global trade

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Newstalk ZB,
Publish Date
Thu, 16 Jul 2026, 12:11pm
(Photo: NZ Herald)
(Photo: NZ Herald)

Hopes new pathways for global trade can be created as officials from small countries around the world meet in Auckland. 

Trade Minister Todd McClay's chairing the Future of Investment and Trade Partnership meeting tomorrow – bringing together delegates from 21 countries. 

It includes Liechtenstein, Malaysia, Panama, Rwanda, and Singapore. 

International Business Forum Executive Director Felicity Roxburgh told Ryan Bridge this group can tackle issues together. 

She says they can navigate tariff barriers and help create common certification. 

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