AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoNZ–India ties: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the Khalistan issue won’t derail relations with India, while New Zealand and India elevate their partnership to a Strategic Partnership 2030 with a target to double trade by 2030, spanning trade, investment, education, technology, sport and tourism. South China Sea: Australia (with 13 others including New Zealand) reaffirmed rejection of China’s “maritime claims” on the 10th anniversary of the South China Sea ruling, urging restraint and rules-based conduct. Australia travel rules: Australia will replace paper arrival cards with a digital travel declaration for incoming travellers, rolling out from major hubs after a Qantas trial, aiming to speed up arrivals and improve biosecurity data. Winter tourism boost: Wānaka’s ski fields got a late lift with fresh snow, bringing Cardrona and Treble Cone closer to full operations for the school holiday rush. Tourism economy lens: A Bay of Plenty productivity report flags that tourism-heavy regions can look weaker on “GDP per hour” measures because experiences rely on people, not automation. Business travel perks: Bunnings launched PowerPass Pro Rewards across Australia and New Zealand, adding fuel discounts and partner offers for tradies and small businesses.
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