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‘Our two biggest trading partners at war would be a nightmare'

Any disruption to China's trade with NZ would have far-reaching effects.

Miles Hurrell: Fonterra on a mission to strengthen trade ties

OPINION: Strong trade relationships are vital to his co-op’s success.

BusinessNZ chief: Firms must take risks to revive economy

The new BusinessNZ CEO urges firms to take risks, saying 'business has a leadership role'.

'Smart, strategic and vital to our interests': Winston Peters ‘in his sweet spot'

CEOs laud Peters ‘the best Foreign Minister New Zealand has ever had’.

NZ CEOs reveal their preferences for the next US President

Many highlight their support for Vice-President Kamala Harris ‘best of bad options'.

Middle East conflict could impact NZ exporters

Many of NZ's friends are hostile or indifferent to Iran and its proxies, analyst says.

Shane Te Pou: Time for our Koru Club Prime Minister to deliver

OPINION: For all the bragging, Luxon has come away empty-handed.

Bruce Cotterill: Luxon’s growth strategy vs Hipkins’ tax plans

OPINION: One proposes expanding the tax base while the other champions global investment.

China’s new back doors into Western markets

Financial Times: How Chinese companies set up shop to get around tariffs and barriers.

New Zealand and China navigate trade ties amid concerns of foreign influence

The Chinese Embassy denied it was a competitor or threat to New Zealand.

First look: Inside Northland oil refinery post-shutdown

Marsden Point was once a hive of activity – now it's quiet and pipes are rusted.

Nailed it: The Bay's three top building apprentices have been named

Three Tauranga-based apprentices have taken out the top spots.

Soaring coffee prices force roasters to add lower-cost beans to blends

Financial Times: High-quality arabica, cheaper beans have both surged in recent months.

'Shouldn’t be paying it': Seafood industry not making the most of FTAs

Mfat estimates 40% of seafood exports to UK still paying tariffs eliminated a year ago.

Sold for A$170m: Fletcher's Australian plumbing business Tradelink

A$10m of the deal has been deferred and might not be paid till 2026, company says.

Red Sea turmoil impacts Kiwi shipping, Maersk warns of supply chain delays

Tauranga and Auckland ports experience knock-on effects of Red Sea tension.