Luxon to attend APEC under caretaker government convention
New Zealand's caretaker Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Trade Minister Todd McClay will attend the APEC Leaders' Meeting in China. The participation follows established caretaker government conventions while the country navigates its political transition.
Why it matters
This ensures continuity in New Zealand's foreign policy and trade relations with its largest trading partner during a period of domestic political uncertainty.
<p>New Zealand will be represented by caretaker Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and caretaker Minister for Trade and Investment Todd McClay at the annual APEC Leaders' Meeting in China. </p> <p>The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is a regional economic forum bringing leaders and ministers from across the Indo Pacific together to discuss issues important to the country's security and prosperity. </p> <p>This year, it has been announced Luxon and McClay would attend APEC Leaders' Meeting in Shenzhen on November 18 and 19, which "provides an opportunity to advocate for practical steps that make trade easier and less costly".
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