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“Even from its earliest conceptualisation, the Australia New Zealand Closer Economic Agreement (NZCERTA) was designed as an outward-looking agreement, when AFTA began to be contemplated by ASEAN, I felt we had an opportunity to do something big between us"Simon Murdoch has previously been Chief Executive of the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (2002-2009); New Zealand High Commissioner to Australia (1999-2002); and Chief Executive of the New Zealand Department of Prime Minister and Cabinet (1991-98). |
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“ASEAN is on the cusp of major change and innovation through its integration agenda. The Australia/New Zealand story can help inform the work ahead for ASEAN officials and there should be scope for us to work together to build even stronger ties between our nations.”As Ambassador to ASEAN (2010-15), David is involved in the development and adoption of the Vision Statement and Programme of Work for New Zealand and ASEAN nations. As Ambassador to Indonesia he is working in Jakarta on the ASEAN Australia |
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"The process of economic integration between Australia and New Zealand has not been automatic. Success is based on consistent and patient effort, political commitment, business support, and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving. ”Robert Scollay is experienced in the private sector and academia. He has conducted extensive research and produced publications on regional trade agreements and regional integration issues (especially in the Asia-Pacific region) and multilateral liberalisation and globalisation. |
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"The CER relationship shows us what can be done. There are important lessons we can share with our Asian partners."Kerry McDonald has previously been Director of the New Zealand Institute of Economic Research, a senior executive and Managing Director with CRA/RioTinto, Comalco New Zealand, and RioTinto, Director and Chairman of the Bank of New Zealand, and Director of companies such as Carter Holt Harvey, National Australia Bank, Comalco NZ and Ports of Auckland. |
