Tag: china
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New Zealand Sees Surge in May 2026 International Visitor Arrivals
New Zealand's international visitor arrivals surged in May 2026, reaching 203,300. This 12,700 increase from May 2025 was primarily driven by more visitors from China, Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, and Taiwan.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyTransportationAsiaAustralasiaFederal Government International TravelVisitor ArrivalsChinaAustraliaMalaysiaStatistics New Zealand
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APEC Workshop Emphasizes Deliberate Action for Inclusive Technology Future
Leaders from APEC economies convened in Shenzhen to discuss ensuring technology fosters inclusive outcomes. The workshop highlighted the need for deliberate action, ethical governance, and diverse voices, particularly women, to shape a responsible technological future.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentWorldEconomyArtificial IntelligenceSocial IssuesEducationEmployment and LaborChina APEC Tech for Good WorkshopShenzhenTechnologyDigital InclusionAI GovernanceGender Gap
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New Zealand Sees Continued Surge in International Visitor Numbers
New Zealand's international visitor numbers surged in April 2026, reaching 94% of pre-pandemic levels. Record arrivals from the US, Australia, India, and a significant jump from China highlight tourism's strong economic contribution and the success of targeted government initiatives.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborTradeGeneral Politics TourismInternational VisitorsLouise UpstonEconomic GrowthChinaStats NZNew Zealand Government
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New Zealand Sees Significant Boost in April 2026 Visitor Arrivals
New Zealand recorded 288,500 overseas visitor arrivals in April 2026, a 21,300 increase from the previous year. Growth was led by China, Australia, and the United States, while UK arrivals decreased.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorldMediaEconomyTransportationGeneral PoliticsDigital and Print Publishing International TravelVisitor ArrivalsApril 2026ChinaAustraliaUnited StatesStatistics New Zealand
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New Zealand Delegates Urge National Data Strategy After Observing China's AI and Robotics Pace
A New Zealand delegation's visit to China revealed rapid AI and robotics deployment, prompting calls for a national data centre strategy and a refreshed AI blueprint to secure Aotearoa's digital future.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyWorldArtificial IntelligenceRoboticsComputers and InternetEconomyGeneral PoliticsEducation Data CentresChinaNational Data Centre StrategyAI BlueprintTechnology
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Gee Ching Dong: A Transcontinental Entrepreneur's Legacy in New Zealand
Gee Ching Dong, a Chinese immigrant, built successful businesses in New Zealand and China, from fruit and silk trading to bicycle retail. His family's journey of resilience culminated in establishing a long-standing fruit shop in Masterton.
BusinessWorldEconomyEmployment and LaborAsiaAustralasiaSocial Issues Gee Ching DongChinaMastertonEntrepreneurshipImmigrationFamily Business
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Trade Minister Todd McClay to Visit China for APEC Meeting and Bilateral Talks
New Zealand's Trade Minister Todd McClay will visit China for the APEC Trade Ministers' meeting, bilateral talks, and industry promotion, focusing on trade and critical fuel supply chains with key partners.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsEconomyTradeAsiaAustralasia Todd McClayChinaAPECSupply ChainsBilateral TalksNew Zealand Government
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports on Iran Strategy, Putin-Xi Meeting, and Global Tensions
Newsweek reports on President Trump's Iran strategy, Putin's upcoming meeting with Xi, growing tensions in the Gulf, potential U.S. military action in Cuba, and New Zealand's public sector job cuts.
Politics and GovernmentConflictBusinessWorldGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMiddle EastAsiaLatin America Donald TrumpIranRussiaChinaForeign RelationsGovernmentNewsweek
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Māori Authorities Diversify Export Destinations Amidst Overall Growth
Stats NZ reports a 43% increase in goods exports by Māori authorities from 2017-2024, outpacing New Zealand's total export growth. However, exports to China and the United States have decreased.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentTradeEconomy Māori authoritiesStats NZexportsChinaUnited StatesTatauranga umanga MāoriStatistics NZ
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Māori Businesses Expand Overseas Export Destinations
Māori businesses saw a 43% increase in overseas exports between 2017 and 2024, while exports to China and the United States have decreased, according to data released by Tatauranga Aotearoa.
BusinessWorldEconomyTrade Māori businessesexportsTatauranga AotearoaChinaUnited StatesBusiness and FinanceStatisticsStatistics NZ
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Fruitae Brand Lemon Sorbet Recalled Due to Undeclared Allergen
ANZ Pharma Wholesalers recalls Fruitae Lemon Sorbet (75g) with date marking 10.12.2026 due to undeclared milk allergen, sold in New Zealand supermarkets. Consumers with allergies should seek a refund.
HealthBusiness Product RecallFruitaeLemon SorbetANZ Pharma Wholesalers LimitedMilk AllergyFood SafetyChinaMPI Food Recalls
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New Zealand Trips to Asia Reach Record High
New Zealand residents made a record 730,200 trips to Asia in the June 2025 year, a 20% increase. The rise was driven by more trips to Indonesia, China, Japan, and India.
WorldAsiaBusinessTransportation Stats NZBryan DownesIndonesiaChinaJapanIndiaTourismStatistics NZ
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Media Monitor: WSJ on Trump's Tariffs, Alzheimer's Drug Coverage
The Wall Street Journal is reporting on Trump's tariffs targeting Russia via India, while questioning why China is spared. It also covers Medicare coverage for Alzheimer's treatments.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessWorldMediaHealthAsiaEuropeMiddle EastGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentTradeTaxesSocial IssuesMedical ScienceMedia Bias TariffsRussiaChinaMedicareAlzheimer'sWall Street Journal Editorial Board
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New Zealand Sees Increase in Overseas Visitors in May 2025
New Zealand experiences a surge in overseas visitors in May 2025, with significant increases from Australia, China and the United States.
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on parking prices, Luxon's China visit, and more
RNZ is covering stories this morning including car parking prices, Christopher Luxon's trip to China, safety measures after an attack in Porirua, and the most popular Māori baby names.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWeatherSocial IssuesAustraliaTradeLaw EnforcementGeneral Weather parking pricesChristopher LuxonChinaPoriruaBriscoesMāori baby namesAucklandRNZ News
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Media Monitor: Luxon Concludes China Trip, House Fires, and Water Rate Hikes
Radio New Zealand reports Prime Minister Christopher Luxon concluded his China trip, dismissing collaboration claims with Russia, Iran, or North Korea. Meanwhile, house fires injured several, a Matariki light trail opens, and Hawke's Bay residents protest water rate hikes.
Politics and GovernmentWorldSportWeatherSocial IssuesAsiaEuropeGeneral Politics Christopher LuxonChinaRussiaIranNorth KoreaHouse FiresWater RateRNZ News
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Media Monitor: RNZ reports on suspicious death, missing woman, housing developments
RNZ reports that the family of a man found dead believes people know more than they are saying. Also, New Zealand has paused funding for the Cook Islands after partnership agreements with China.
Politics and GovernmentWorldHealthSportAsiaAustralasiaChinaEducationMedical Science Michael TamateaElisabeth NichollsKāinga OraCook IslandsHokio BeachFundingRNZ News
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Media Monitor: NZ pauses funding to Cook Islands after China dealings
One News reports New Zealand paused $20M in funding to the Cook Islands after the Prime Minister signed an agreement with China. Luxon said $871M of deals were signed with Chinese businesses.
WorldPolitics and GovernmentBusinessWeatherChinaMiddle EastFederal GovernmentTradeLaw EnforcementTransportation Cook IslandsWinston PetersMark BrownChristopher LuxonFundingOne News NZ
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Media Monitor: The Guardian reports starvation deaths in Gaza
The Guardian reports the Gaza health minister says children and elderly are dying from starvation. Other news includes German troops in Lithuania and the G7 countering China's trade.
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