New Zealand PM to meet China President Xi to discuss trade and regional tensions | Forexlive

New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is set to meet Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Friday, with talks expected to focus on strengthening trade ties and addressing geopolitical tensions related to China’s growing influence in the South Pacific.

The meeting will cap Luxon’s first visit to China since becoming prime minister in November 2023.

During the first two days of the trip, spent in Shanghai, he promoted New Zealand as a destination for Chinese tourists and students, and oversaw the signing of NZ$871 million ($520 million) in commercial deals.

China remains New Zealand’s largest trading partner, accounting for 20% of its exports (NZ$21.5 billion in the fiscal year to March), reinforcing Wellington’s aim to deepen economic ties despite broader strategic concerns.

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