Media Release - 11 May 2004
Bring it on! TLN delighted with Government support for trade
If our lifestyles are to continue to improve, we need more exporters said Trade Liberalisation Network, Executive
Director, Suse Reynolds.
The TLN is therefore delighted with Trade Negotiations Minister, Jim Sutton's, pre-budget announcement of extra funding
to promote trade growth.
"Only 150 companies make up 95% of our exports. That is perturbing," said Reynolds.
"If we are really serious about wealth generation we have be committed to export growth and to increasing the number of
companies currently exporting.
"New Zealand businesses have every ability to foot it in international markets, but first they need access and often
some practical assistance. The extra $2.5 million is just what our Foreign Affairs and Trade negotiators need to help
improve market prospects. The new market development funding for Trade and Enterprise ensures that improved access will
be used," Reynolds concluded.
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