Fonterra pushes for free trade deals with Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nigeria
Fonterra is urging the government to prioritise free trade agreements with Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nigeria to boost long-term dairy exports.
Fonterra has identified Sri Lanka, Bangladesh and Nigeria as priority countries for New Zealand's next free trade agreements. The dairy co-operative says these regions offer opportunities for medium- to long-term growth in dairy exports. Fonterra's general manager for trade strategy highlighted the importance of not sidelining the dairy sector in future trade negotiations.
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