New Zealand is building strong relationships with Pacific Rim and South-East Asian nations.
APEC
Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation is made up of 21 Pacific rim nations interested in promoting free trade in the region.
ASEAN
New Zealand is building strong links with ASEAN - the political and economic community of 10 South-East Asian nations.
Read more — Association of South East Asian Nations (ASEAN)(external link)
Pacific Islands Forum
This forum of 16 independent states aims to develop the economy and enhance political governance, security and cooperation within the Pacific.