China and New Zealand Deepen Economic Ties Amid Security Concerns

Premier Li Qiang's visit highlights trade cooperation while addressing regional security issues.

China and New Zealand signed agreements to enhance trade, economic, and environmental cooperation.
Discussions included contentious topics such as the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait.
New Zealand considers joining the AUKUS security pact, which China opposes.
Li Qiang's visit marks the first high-level Chinese visit to New Zealand since 2017.
China invites New Zealand to participate in the China International Import Expo in Shanghai.