China Offers Expanded Cooperation with New Zealand in NEVs, Clean Energy, and Services Trade
China and New Zealand eye expanded collaboration on new energy vehicles, solar power, and trade. Premier Li Qiang highlights potential in green tech and serv...
POLICY WIRE — Beijing, China — Chinese Premier Li Qiang has signaled a strong interest in expanding economic ties with New Zealand, emphasizing areas such as new energy vehicles, renewable energy, and services trade during a recent phone call with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.
The conversation highlighted Beijing’s willingness to deepen collaboration in sectors like photovoltaics, wind power, and electric vehicle infrastructure. This follows the first official dialogue between the two nations on new-energy vehicles, which marks a key step in strengthening bilateral ties in clean technology and low-carbon industries.
Li Qiang reiterated the importance of mutual economic benefits amid global uncertainties, calling for continued strategic communication and expanded trade relations. Luxon reaffirmed New Zealand’s commitment to the one-China policy and expressed openness to greater Chinese investment and participation in its market, particularly in emerging sectors like digital and green economies.
Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
