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Top level trans-Tasman talks are underway in Auckland today.
Trade, economic, and agricultural ministers from New Zealand and Australia are meeting for annual Closer Economic Relations discussions.
Trade Minister Phil Goff says it is a chance to endorse further collaboration and discuss trade policy issues.
He says this year's meeting will include food regulation and market access to free trade agreement agendas.
The ongoing dispute over the access of New Zealand apples to the Australian market will also be on the agenda.
- NEWSTALK ZB
