27 Apr 2017

Few gains for Pacific in PACER deal - New Zealand MP

From , 5:04 am on 27 April 2017

A New Zealand Green Party MP says there are few benefits for Pacific Islands countries in the about to be completed PACER PLUS trade deal.

Barry Coates says it is a traditional trade deal and most of the gains go to New Zealand and Australia.

Mr Coates, who has previously worked in the aid and development sector as head of OXFAM in New Zealand, is hoping that there may be a re-think before the deal is signed in June in Tonga. 

He told Don Wiseman about his concerns.

Barry Coates

Barry Coates Photo: Supplied