Chinese Premier Li Qiang and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon concluded productive talks in Beijing on Friday, pledging to deepen economic collaboration and address global challenges amid a shifting geopolitical landscape.
Strategic Alignment for Shared Growth
Premier Li emphasized the importance of aligning development strategies between the two nations, noting their economies' "high complementarity." He proposed expanding trade in agricultural products, advancing green technology partnerships, and simplifying investment procedures. China plans to increase imports of New Zealand dairy and meat products while encouraging cross-border business ventures.
Education and Climate Action Partnerships
The leaders announced New Zealand's role as guest country of honor at the 2025 China International Education Expo, signaling strengthened academic exchanges. Both sides committed to enhanced cooperation in climate change mitigation and green energy development, with Luxon stating: "Our nations share a responsibility to model sustainable growth in the Asia-Pacific."
Multilateral Commitment
Reaffirming support for the rules-based international order, Li highlighted plans to coordinate through APEC and WTO frameworks. Luxon reiterated New Zealand's adherence to the one-China policy, while both leaders endorsed continued dialogue on regional security and economic integration.
The meeting concluded with the signing of seven cooperation agreements spanning food safety standards, cultural preservation, and carbon reduction initiatives.
