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New Zealand coalition’s fortunes rest on 2019 moves
The government is currently in a strong position ahead of the next election in 2020
New ZealandNew Zealand’s ties reset with Pacific will take time
As China starts to expand its Pacific influence, New Zealand is keen to rekindle and grow old ties
PacificBeijing will vie with Canberra and others in Pacific
Beijing is eyeing greater influence in the Pacific, to Canberra’s and Wellington’s concern
ChinaStrategic changes mean fresh New Zealand defence needs
Partly due to concerns of China’s rise, New Zealand is reassessing its defence capabilities
New ZealandNew Zealand talks will test new trade agenda
The EU and New Zealand have formally opened talks on a free trade agreement
New ZealandNew Zealand budget will help government for now
The Labour-led coalition has introduced the first of three budgets this term
New ZealandAustralia-New Zealand-EU trade talks will be tough
The EU, Australia and New Zealand are eyeing free trade deals, but compromises will be needed
EUNew Zealand government may achieve transformation
Any major political or economic shock could undermine the government’s plans
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