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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade works to make New Zealand's voice heard overseas and contributes directly to the security and well-being of all New Zealanders.

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Asia Pacific Conference in Auckland

Map of Haiti (courtesy of CIA website).

The Asia Pacific Regional Economic Integration and Architecture Conference, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific Economy, will be held in Auckland on March 25. This conference is open to the general public. More information (PDF 220KB)

Timor Leste Information Paper

Timor-Leste, close to Tutuala. Today part of Nino Konis Santana National park. (Photo: J. Patrick Fischer, Wikimedia)

New Zealand has a warm relationship with Timor-Leste that is focused principally on military and police support and on aid. There are frequent high-level visits between Timor-Leste and New Zealand.        

NZ-India FTA negotiations

Taj Mahal in India

Negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement between New Zealand and India have now been approved by both governments and are likely to begin in the next few months. Have your say about what NZ's priorities should be.

Antarctic Treaty anniversary

View of Antarctica.

In December 2009 NZ and the other Parties to the Antarctic Treaty celebrated its 50th anniversary. The Treaty is a unique model for international cooperation that ensures Antarctica is used only for peaceful purposes.