New Zealand is actively enhancing economic relationships with Europe, South America, and the Pacific Islands Forum.

The entities involved

• Europe →

  terrestrial continent located in north-western Eurasia

  • The European Commission aims to strengthen homegrown AI capabilities while global advanced models face usage restrictions.Mon 17:49
  • The European Central Bank is forced to raise interest rates due to energy price shocks from the Iran war and an influx of Chinese exports.Mon 17:49
• South America →

  continent located mainly in the southwestern quadrant of the Earth

  • Don, featured in Rhineland Gardens, has expressed interest in visiting South America and Scandinavia, and made a statement on Instagram.Mon 10:13
  • Cargojet is operating air cargo services across Europe, North America, and South America, including domestic services in Canada.Sun 13:08
• Pacific Islands Forum →

  intergovernmental organization

  • The Alliance of Small Island States and the Pacific Islands Forum affirmed principles regarding state continuity.Wed 07:46

Related events

• NZ participated in the diplomatic talks of the Pacific Islands Forum on August 1, 2026.Aug 7
• The Pacific Islands Forum strengthened regional cooperation and launched an NZ government-backed program on August 1, 2026.Aug 28
• Australia's neighbors are part of the Pacific Islands Forum.Aug 25
• Australia and Tonga discuss coordinated Pacific action within the Pacific Islands Forum.Aug 28