Our relationship with China takes centre stage in Auckland this morning.  

The 12th annual China Business Summit brings together business and political leaders to explore areas for cooperation amid deepening global uncertainty. 

New Zealand exported nearly $20 billion worth of goods to China last year.  

Auckland Business Chamber chief executive Simon Bridges told Mike Hosking political leaders have been shifting this country closer to our security partners, but they still have to maintain New Zealand's commercial interests.  

He says in contrast to the climate of uncertainty surrounding US President Donald Trump, his tariffs, and the war, China has positioned itself as a predictable and reliable partner.  

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Our relationship with China takes centre stage in Auckland this morning. &nbsp;
The 12th annual China Business Summit brings together business and political leaders to explore areas for cooperation amid deepening global uncertainty.&nbsp;
New Zealand exported nearly $20 billion worth of goods to China last year. &nbsp;
Auckland Business Chamber chief executive Simon Bridges told Mike Hosking political leaders have been shifting this country closer to our security partners, but they still have to maintain New Zealand's commercial interests.&nbsp;&nbsp;
He says in contrast to the climate of uncertainty surrounding US President Donald Trump, his tariffs, and the war, China has positioned itself as a predictable and reliable partner. &nbsp;
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Simon Bridges: Auckland Business Chamber CEO on the 12th annual China Business Summit taking place in Auckland

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