27 Jan 2021

NZ exporters welcome China trade upgrade

From Morning Report, 8:23 am on 27 January 2021

Exporters are rejoicing after the government announced an upgrade to New Zealand's free trade agreement with China.

The deal will allow faster access to Chinese markets for New Zealand goods and a reduction in tariffs for paper and wood products.

Trade and Export Growth Minister Damien O'Connor says the upgrade addresses some aspects of trade that weren't as sophisticated when the deal was signed ten years ago.

ExportNZ executive director Catherine Beard and president of the Forest Owners Association, Phil Taylor speak to Corin Dann.