Jun 14, 2024 06:35 PM
China and New Zealand Agree to Expand Trade, People-to-People Exchanges
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New Zealand Health Minister Shane Reti greets Premier Li Qiang at Wellington International Airport on Thursday morning. Photo: Xinhua
China and New Zealand agreed to expand the scope of their trade and people-to-people exchanges during Chinese Premier Li Qiang’s visit to the nation this week.
The two sides will start talks on their services trade based on a negative list approach, under which parties involved commit to provide market access except in those areas where restrictions are specifically listed, according to a joint statement released by the Chinese foreign ministry Thursday.
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- China and New Zealand will initiate services trade talks using a negative list approach and have agreed on increased people-to-people exchanges.
- China will grant visa-free entry to New Zealanders and seeks greater convenience for Chinese visitors to New Zealand.
- The visit included the signing of cooperation MOUs in business, patents, defense, and human rights, with New Zealand reaffirming its one-China Policy.
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What Happened When
- Late 2023：
- China announced a slew of visa-free policies to attract more international visitors.
- March 2024：
- Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi visited New Zealand and discussed various issues including trade, investment, and regional tensions.
- Thursday, June 13, 2024：
- Chinese Premier Li Qiang arrived in New Zealand for a three-day trip.
- Thursday, June 13, 2024：
- China and New Zealand agreed to start talks on their services trade based on a negative list approach.
- Thursday, June 13, 2024：
- Premier Li Qiang announced that China will allow visa-free entry for New Zealanders.
- Thursday, June 13, 2024：
- Premier Li Qiang had a meeting with New Zealand’s Governor-General Cindy Kiro.
- Thursday, June 13, 2024：
- The two nations celebrated the 10th anniversary of the establishment of their comprehensive strategic partnership.
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