British trade secretary Liam Fox will arrive in New Zealand tomorrow – another high-level visit as the United Kingdom prepares to leave the European Union and forge its own trade deals.
Fox will be in the country until next Tuesday, visiting both Auckland and Wellington to meet with senior ministers and representatives of the business community.
Trade and Export Growth Minister David Parker said New Zealand and the UK were both advocates for progressive and inclusive trade.
"We are important trading partners and have committed to laying the foundations for a UK-New Zealand free-trade agreement once the UK leaves the EU.
"We welcome Secretary Fox's visit as an opportunity to strengthen our close relationship at a time when the United Kingdom is seeking to reshape its relationships around the world."