Mt Roskill by-election Saturday 3 December
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade acts in the world to make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous
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We've played a leading role in setting up the world's largest marine protected area - in the Ross Sea region, Antarctica.
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New Zealand is currently a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.
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New Zealand is one of 12 countries involved in the Trans-Pacific Partnership free trade agreement.
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Do you export to South East Asian countries? We're reviewing our free trade agreement - tell us what you think.
Exporter helpline for NZ businesses
MFAT can give exporters help and advice, including about government regulations, through its network of 57 diplomatic missions in 50 countries.
New Zealand on the UN Security Council
During our two-year term on the Security Council we aim to achieve practical results and to make a positive impact on international peace and security.
New Zealand Aid Programme
The New Zealand Aid Programme aims to develop prosperity and stability in the Pacific and beyond.
Releases
NZ to fight illegal fishing in Southern Ocean
| Murray McCully | Foreign Affairs
Cross-party missions head to Europe and Iran
| Todd McClay | Trade
Korean FTA anniversary celebrated
| Todd McClay | Trade