The Trade Minister says it's important for the nation to strengthen its economic relationship with China.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Luxon announced Chinese Premier Li Qiang will visit New Zealand later this week. 

Minister Todd McClay says since the change in Government, there's been an increase in contact and engagement with China.

"$40 billion worth of two-way trade, that's very important for us to keep that relationship open and keep talking."

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The Trade Minister says it's important for the nation to strengthen its economic relationship with China.
Earlier today, Prime Minister Luxon announced Chinese Premier Li Qiang will visit New Zealand later this week. 
Minister Todd McClay says since the change in Government, there's been an increase in contact and engagement with China.
"$40 billion worth of two-way trade, that's very important for us to keep that relationship open and keep talking."
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Todd McClay: Trade Minister on Chinese Premier Li Qiang visiting New Zealand this week

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