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!
