A deal cannot be a foregone conclusion, writes Jane Kelsey. It seems incredible that any trade minister would be so reckless as to put their cards on the table, let alone agree to trade-offs, when the US cannot guarantee to deliver.
Fonterra has to lift its game in food safety and quality, and also sustainability, says chief executive Theo Spierings.
New Zealand manufacturers are increasingly moving offshore to stay afloat, but there are other options, says Steve Nicholson
This is Part 1 of a series of four articles on the role of business and how it may be changing as companies consider social and environmental concerns in the post-global financial crisis world.
Economic Development Minister Steven Joyce has had talks with internet giant Alibaba in China about setting up a New Zealand-based section of the site.
We are constantly assured that the great advantages of extending free trade.
New Zealand and Australian employees of infant formula manufacturer Nutricia could be the latest victims of Fonterra's botulism botch-up.
Meat and green-lipped mussels had PM John Key back in more comfortable territory on a trade trip in Bangkok, after days of scrutiny of his reaction to Sri Lanka's human rights.
Prime Minister John Key has rejected suggestions his decision to attend Chogm despite boycotts by three other leaders is because of New Zealand's trade with Sri Lanka and the Security Council bid.