SEOUL, July 16 (AJP) - SEOUL — The New Zealand Embassy in South Korea on Tuesday released a video series to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Korea–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, highlighting a decade of growing trade and cooperation between the two countries.
The embassy said that the agreement, which came into force in 2015, has more than doubled trade between South Korea and New Zealand. Today, South Korea stands as New Zealand’s fifth-largest trading partner, and the deal continues to provide real, measurable benefits and new opportunities for exporters.
Recent developments include New Zealand gaining access to the South Korean market for blueberries and dairy products. In return, South Korea has been granted approval to export mandarins to New Zealand. The embassy described these outcomes as clear examples of how the agreement remains active and mutually beneficial.
Both governments have also agreed to explore a potential upgrade of the agreement. According to the embassy, South Korea’s capabilities in technology and manufacturing, combined with New Zealand’s expertise in food and beverage, sustainability, and education, offer strong potential for deeper cooperation.
To mark the anniversary, the embassy produced a three-part video series. It features Ambassador Dawn Bennet in a segment on Korean food and New Zealand wine pairings with chef Keewuk Lee, a kapa haka performance by the Hiwa Crew at the National Museum of Korea, and a visit to Seoul National University that highlights the importance of educational exchange between the two nations.
"This video series is a celebration of the vibrant and evolving partnership between New Zealand and Korea," Ambassador Bennet said. "Through food, culture, and education, we’re telling the story of a relationship that goes beyond trade, one built on shared values, mutual respect, and a growing connection between our people."
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