New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Thailand Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul have launched the New Zealand-Thailand Strategic Partnership during talks in Auckland, marking 70 years of diplomatic relations. The leaders agreed to deepen cooperation across trade, security, innovation and regional engagement.
Both countries aim to triple two-way trade to NZ$13.5 billion by 2045, while supporting an upgrade of their bilateral trade agreement. They also welcomed the planned return of Thai Airways direct flights, expected to strengthen tourism, business and air freight links.
Key developments:
NZ$13.5 billion two-way trade target by 2045.
Stronger cooperation on border security, cyber security, customs and immigration.
Joint efforts to combat human trafficking, drug trafficking and scam centres.
Adoption of the Joint Plan of Action 2026–2030 to guide future cooperation.
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New Zealand and Thailand launch Strategic Partnership to boost trade and security cooperation
