MFAT Annual Report 2022-23

Read the MFAT Annual Report 2022-23

Read or download the MFAT Annual Report 2022-23.

Case Study: Defending the International Rules-Based System by Resisting Russian Aggression in Ukraine

New Zealand is continuing to provide practical support for Ukraine and implementing sanctions in response to Russia’s actions.

Case Study: New Zealand–United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement

In May 2023, the NZ-UK FTA came into force. It is a high-quality, comprehensive FTA with real benefits for all New Zealanders.

Case study: Strengthening international stewardship of the oceans and biodiversity: Marine Biodiversity Treaty and 2020 Global Biodiversity Framework

On 4 March 2023, agreement was reached on a new treaty on the conservation and sustainable use of ocean biological diversity in areas beyond national jurisdiction.