Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters in Beijing this week, signaling a new chapter in bilateral cooperation. The talks focused on deepening their countries' decade-old comprehensive strategic partnership amid growing global economic shifts.
\"Leaders from both sides have set a clear path forward,\" Han said, referencing discussions at last year's APEC Leaders’ Meeting. He emphasized China's commitment to boosting mutual trust and advancing shared goals in trade, innovation, and sustainability.
Peters echoed the sentiment, calling China a \"key partner\" and highlighting New Zealand’s interest in expanding collaboration. With China as NZ’s largest trading partner—racking up $36 billion in two-way trade in 2023—the talks also explored ways to streamline cross-border tech and agricultural exchanges.
Fun fact: Ever tried a Chinese kiwi? Over 90% of New Zealand’s kiwifruit exports go to Asia, with China leading the pack. This meeting might just spark more #FruitDiplomacy!
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