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New Zealand commenced a 'Closer Economic Partnership' (CEP) negotiation with Hong Kong in 2001. Talks were suspended in late 2002 after five rounds of negotiation. The two countries maintained a constructive relationship over the intervening years, supported by close business, educational and other ties. Following informal discussions, both Parties have agreed to resume negotiations towards a CEP and are hopeful that it will be possible to find a way through the difficulties which led to the suspension.
From 2-3 March 2009 six New Zealand officials attended preparatory talks for the resumed CEP negotiations with Hong Kong. The preparatory talks took place in Hong Kong and were preceded by a day of meetings with expatriate New Zealand business and finance sector representatives.
The objective of the preparatory talks was to take stock of the key issues that remain to be resolved in advance of the first round of resumed negotiations. The discussions were encouraging and reinforced the high degree of commitment from both sides to an expeditious conclusion of a high quality and comprehensive FTA. The first round of resumed negotiations between New Zealand and Hong Kong will take place in Wellington during the first week of May 2009.
MFAT continues to be interested in feedback from interested businesses or stakeholders. In particular we would value input on any opportunities and restrictions faced in exporting goods and services to Hong Kong or pursuing investment opportunities
It would be helpful if feedback could be provided before 17 March 2009.
Please direct any comments or questions to: Katja Ackerley, HK FTA Coordinator, MFAT katja.ackerley@mfat.govt.nz or +64 4 439 8228
For background information and relevant documents, please see the Hong Kong CEP related resources and document archive.
