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A.1 SOI (2018)
Strategic
Intentions
2018 - 2022
1
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
STRATEGIC INTENTIONS 2018-2022 |
Foreword from
our Minister 02
Introduction from
our Chief Executive 04
Our context
06
Our strategic
direction 12
Presented to the
House of Representatives
pursuant to Section 39 of the
Public Finance Act 1989
Managing our
functions and 38
operations
Asset management
and investment 41
intentions
2 3
Foreword
from our
FOREWORD FROM OUR MINISTER
Minister as well as to promote New Zealand to a global audience. Funding in
Budget 2018 will contribute to the cost of hosting APEC21.
New Zealand will also play its part in helping to resolve situations
that are destabilising the Asia-Pacific region.
The Ministry’s work to negotiate free trade agreements and secure
and protect advantageous access to offshore markets will help
to realise the Government’s vision of a productive, sustainable
and inclusive economy. The work the Ministry will lead this year
New Zealand’s foreign policy has long been characterised to develop a progressive and inclusive “Trade for All” agenda will
by the strength of its independent voice. help ensure that our trade policy delivers for all New Zealanders
and contributes to addressing global and regional issues while
In an increasingly complex international environment, we need to be focused, deliberate protecting New Zealand’s sovereignty.
and action-oriented in our efforts to ensure New Zealand’s voice is influential in
Supporting global rules and the multilateral organisations that
promoting our values and pursuing the interests that stem from these.
develop and enforce them is a high priority for the Government
The Government’s programme is centred on inclusion, transformation and aspiration. in the face of numerous threats to the primacy of the existing
We are committed to a fair and unified New Zealand, where the well-being of all rules-based system. These efforts will be central to the Ministry’s
New Zealanders is at the heart of all we do. We will not achieve this without also pursuit of New Zealand interests and values across many
delivering on our aspirations for New Zealand’s role in the world. domains, including the environment and climate change, trade
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is the Government’s principal adviser and and economic, Antarctica and the Southern Ocean, security and
delivery mechanism in promoting New Zealand’s interests and values in the world. stability, and international development. As well as actively
supporting the United Nations and World Trade Organisation,
The Government has recognised the need to invest in the Ministry to strengthen
New Zealand will continue to work on progressing intra- RESPONSIBLE MINISTER STATEMENT
our influence and show that New Zealand is a country that engages with the world,
Commonwealth trade.
contributes to solving global challenges, protects its interests, and promotes its values. I am satisfied that the information on strategic
Additional funding provided in Budget 2018 will rebuild and reinforce the Ministry’s Just as climate-related support is central to our engagement in intentions prepared by the Ministry of Foreign
foreign policy capability and ensure that New Zealand has the international presence we the Pacific, responding to climate change is a major focus of Affairs and Trade is consistent with the policies and
need to achieve our objectives. Reopening an embassy in Stockholm in October 2018 will New Zealand’s wider international engagement. Making effective performance expectations of the Government.
reinforce New Zealand’s influence in the European Union as the United Kingdom departs use of our multilateral and bilateral networks will help secure
and strengthen our cooperation with the Nordic countries on global issues. New Zealand’s leadership, especially in areas such as sustainable
agriculture where we have a competitive advantage.
The Government’s ‘Pacific reset’ will shift our engagement with the Pacific to a
relationship built on understanding, friendship, mutual benefit and a collective ambition Growing trans-border security threats, such as terrorism,
to achieve sustainable results in collaboration with our Pacific neighbours. With the Pacific malicious cyber actors, foreign espionage and interference,
becoming an increasingly contested strategic space, New Zealand needs to maintain its transnational crime, and irregular migration, directly affect
voice and influence. New Zealand’s security. The range of contemporary security RT HON WINSTON PETERS
threats requires New Zealand to broaden and deepen our MINISTER OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
Additional funding of $714 million over the next four years will significantly boost the Official
bilateral security cooperation. And it requires us to step up our
Development Assistance budget and raise New Zealand’s international development RESPONSIBLE MINISTER FOR THE
efforts to advance collective security and defend the rules-based MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
funding to 0.28 percent of Gross National Income. This new funding will be directed largely
international order through contributions to global peace and
towards the Pacific and will enable the Government to deliver on its Pacific reset strategy.
security, and disarmament initiatives.
It will be used to help reduce Pacific Island countries’ vulnerability to the impacts of climate
change, build their resilience, and assist our Pacific partners to make progress towards the We are facing an increasingly complex and dynamic strategic
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Additional resources will also be directed to environment, characterised by both global challenge and global
humanitarian assistance, enabling New Zealand to increase its response to significant Pacific opportunity. The investment and direction provided by this
and global events. Government will strengthen the Ministry’s ability to address the
challenges and to maximise benefits from the opportunities.
Geopolitical change in the Asia-Pacific affects New Zealand’s economic and security
environment. New Zealand needs the capacity and capability to participate in regional
organisations, and to maintain and build on our network of bilateral partners with shared
interests. Hosting Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation in 2021 (APEC21) is an opportunity to
demonstrate our regional leadership and to shape enduring regional economic policy,
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Introduction
from our
INTRODUCTION FROM OUR CHIEF EXECUTIVE
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
Chief Executive The Government’s significant investment in the Ministry and its
programmes in Budget 2018 recognises not only the complex
international challenges and opportunities facing New Zealand,
but also the value the Ministry delivers for New Zealand. We will
apply this funding responsibly and judiciously to strengthen our
capability and capacity and deliver the outcomes the Government
expects from us.
STRATEGIC INTENTIONS 2018-2022 |
To equip ourselves for the challenges ahead, the Ministry
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade acts in the world to will continue to build our capability and lift our enterprise
make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous. performance through a programme of organisational
development.
This purpose is as important today as it was in 1943 when New Zealand’s foreign service was
established. In celebrating the Ministry’s 75th anniversary this year, we will be reinforcing The Ministry will be giving priority to the development and well-
our commitment to the well-being of New Zealanders and the value we deliver for them. being of its staff by implementing our People Strategy to support
a happy, healthy and high-performing community, for all.
New Zealand’s international engagement contributes to the Government’s well-being
approach. The Ministry’s work enhances New Zealanders’ current well-being, for example We will also embed our refreshed organisational values of Impact,
through jobs created when market access is improved. It helps build the ‘capitals’ on Kotahitanga, Courage, and Manaakitanga so they are meaningful
which New Zealanders’ future well-being depends, for example through international to all of our people. Our values will guide how we interact with
agreements that govern the global commons. And we make New Zealand more resilient each other and people outside of the Ministry. We want our values
in the face of risk, for example through maintaining a balanced portfolio of strong to make a real difference to how we work and the results we
international relationships. deliver for New Zealand.
We will start implementing our ten-year Diversity and Inclusion CHIEF EXECUTIVE STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY
The Ministry is well-positioned to support the delivery of priorities that the Government
and our Ministers have articulated. Strategy. It is important that staff with diverse backgrounds, In signing this information, I acknowledge that I am
experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected, responsible for the information on strategic intentions for
Building a productive, sustainable and inclusive economy with thriving regions requires
and can see themselves included and represented across the the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. This information
coordinated action domestically and internationally. This will involve the Ministry in
Ministry’s global network. Over time, we expect to see diverse has been prepared in accordance with section 38 and
helping to grow the value of our exports in a sustainable way, ensure that the benefits
thinking, people and behaviours that will lead to more innovation, section 40 of the Public Finance Act 1989.
of trade are shared by all New Zealanders, and support through our trade policy the
and enhanced advice and services.
transition to carbon neutrality.
We are working to improve our engagement with New Zealand
Creating an international reputation New Zealanders can be proud of likewise requires
partners and other stakeholders. Our partners should see a more
a combination of domestic and international action. As well as leveraging our national
open, cooperative approach from us.
attributes and achievements that inspire other countries to work with us, the Ministry
will focus on building our international reputation through action in priority areas for Implementation of our new Māori Engagement Strategy will
the Government. These include Pacific engagement, progressive and inclusive trade, focus on meeting our responsibility as a Treaty partner to engage
international climate change leadership, and defending the international rules-based openly and honestly with Māori, and lifting the capability of our BROOK BARRINGTON
system. In all our international engagement, we will uphold New Zealand’s values and people to incorporate mātauranga Māori in our work. SECRETARY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
seek to sustain New Zealand’s reputation for being a principled, fair and constructive These initiatives and others under way have the power to
participant in global and regional affairs. transform the Ministry. In this increasingly uncertain world, this
The four pillars that New Zealand has relied on to safeguard our prosperity and security, transformation will enable the Ministry to build an international
and to project our influence on global issues that matter to New Zealand, will continue reputation New Zealanders can be proud of.
to serve us well. These pillars are supporting a rules-based international system;
participating in international and regional bodies; leveraging a network of strong bilateral
relationships; and building a diverse portfolio of export markets.
The Ministry’s recently refreshed Strategic Framework as reflected in these Strategic
Intentions articulates how we will realise our purpose. It sets out the impact we aim to
achieve for New Zealand over a ten year horizon and the tangible deliverables we are
prioritising over the next four years.
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Our context What MFAT does in New Zealand
and around the world to deliver
OUR CONTEXT
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
Our purpose value to New Zealanders
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade acts in the world to
make New Zealanders safer and more prosperous.
New Zealand’s security and prosperity depend on the conditions in, and our connections
with, the wider world. This means we must engage with – and seek to influence – other Promote NZ
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issues that matter to them, now and in the future.
Help NZ firms Provide Provide advice on
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internationally by information and DELIVERY OF ADVICE TO development
Our functions ‘opening doors’
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the country’s interests and representing New Zealand internationally. We also help the support to NZers
overseas Support high-
LEADERSHIP & legal advice
Government understand what is happening in the world and the implications of that for level visits and COLLABORATION
New Zealand. Support conferences in NZ Monitoring
Ministerial and
Manage Crown entities
other high-level
We lead the New Zealand Government’s diplomatic network, a unique national asset, visits and international
conferences dimension of NZ
safeguarded by international law, able to speak with an authoritative voice, and with heads overseas emergencies Provide Collaborate
of mission and post formally charged with representing the state. strategic on domestic/
leadership international
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We are the Government’s specialist foreign, trade and development policy adviser, international
international legal adviser and negotiator. We are responsible for delivering New Zealand’s engagement
official development assistance and for providing consular services for New Zealanders
overseas.
The full range of functions that the Ministry undertakes, both in New Zealand and Lead NZ’s Partner with
network of NZ Inc agencies
internationally, is set out in the diagram on the following page. overseas posts offshore to
deliver services
and outcomes8 9
OUR CONTEXT
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
Our New Zealand connections Our values
The Ministry’s performance as a New Zealand public sector agency and our success in Our refreshed values will guide how we interact with each other and people
pursuing New Zealand’s interests internationally rely on strong connections at home. outside the Ministry. We want our values to make a real difference to how we
work and the results we deliver for New Zealand.
The Ministry is prioritising a more systematic, collaborative and transparent approach to
working with New Zealand partners and engaging with Māori, other stakeholders and the
New Zealand public. Our objectives are set out in the “NZ Connections” organisational
capability goal on page 34.
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Our partnership with other government agencies with external interests (“NZ Inc”) is
critical to delivery of results for New Zealanders. The Ministry leads and supports an
integrated NZ Inc approach, both onshore and offshore, to maximise collective impact in
pursuing the Government’s objectives internationally. With domestic and international
policy increasingly linked, we contribute to cross-agency coordination and policy-making
on economic policy, the national security system and climate change/natural resources.
We have recently developed our Māori Engagement Strategy. The Ministry acknowledges
Te Tiriti o Waitangi as New Zealand’s founding document, recognises the continuing
partnership it established between the Crown and Māori and commits to delivering on the
Crown’s obligations to Māori under Te Tiriti.
The Ministry has extensive engagement with New Zealand stakeholders across business,
non-government organisations (NGOs), local government, Pasifika, and academia with the
aim of fostering mutually beneficial partnerships.
Ministry at a glance
We have 58 posts in 51 countries We monitor:
We employ a total of 1,498 staff • Antarctica New Zealand
• The Pacific Cooperation Foundation
We work for Ministers in four portfolios:
and the Asia New Zealand
• Foreign Affairs Foundation
• Disarmament and Arms Control • The performance of New Zealand
Trade and Enterprise, with the
• Trade and Export Growth Ministry of Business, Innovation and
Employment
• Climate Change.
We solely administer 32 pieces
We administer two Votes:
of legislation.
• Foreign Affairs and Trade
• Official Development Assistance10 11
OUR CONTEXT
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
There are, however, some more positive trends. The Paris Instability in the Middle East has global implications. Israeli-
Our operating environment Agreement on Climate Change, for example, was a signal Palestinian tension and conflict and the Shia-Sunni divide
achievement, with countries now working to conclude that underpins the strategic competition between Iran and its
The global environment implementation guidelines, notwithstanding the United States’ neighbours are enduring problems. Continuing conflict in Syria
As outlined in the 2018 Strategic Defence Policy Statement, New Zealand is pursuing its withdrawal. Initiatives such as the CPTPP, the establishment of and Yemen is having major humanitarian consequences, driving
interests in a turbulent international environment where the risks for smaller countries the Ross Sea Marine Protected Area and the passing of the Treaty large-scale migration towards Europe, and providing a source of
are acute. The existing rules-based international order from which New Zealand has on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons likewise demonstrate and inspiration for violent extremism in the region and around the
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benefited since the end of World War II is under pressure from three broad forces: the that there are still opportunities for New Zealand to work with world.
growing importance of spheres of influence, challenges to open societies and a range of like-minded partners and coalitions to secure outcomes that are
The overarching challenge of climate change, together with
complex disruptors. We need to be innovative and assertive in seizing the opportunities important to us.
significant changes in world production and consumption
available to us and vigilant in guarding against risks. The overall prosperity of the Asia-Pacific region is real and of patterns, will place pressure on limited global strategic resources
On the upside, global economic growth is sound and the shift in global economic weight great benefit to New Zealand but regional peace and stability and (water, food, land, energy, minerals) and bring forward the tipping
toward Asia is to New Zealand’s advantage. New Zealand is well-placed, including continuation of preferred norms cannot be taken for granted. This point for conflict. Resource competition may also ultimately
because of our network of free trade agreements, to increase and diversify our exports is a region where strategic trust is tenuous, habits of dialogue are affect the carefully balanced management of Antarctica and the
off the back of growing demand from expanding middle class markets particularly in Asia, not well developed among all players, the ASEAN-based security Southern Ocean.
but also in Latin America, the Middle East and Africa. Increasing global connectedness architecture is nascent and sources of tension are many. ASEAN
supported by technological advances also provides opportunities for distant trading has been successful in delivering peace to South East Asia, but
The domestic environment
nations like New Zealand. Progress in the Regional Comprehensive Economic its centrality may come under strain as pressure rises for greater
Partnership (RCEP) and Pacific Alliance trade negotiations will further enhance economic shared leadership among the full range of countries involved. The Ministry is attuned to developments in the New Zealand
opportunities for New Zealand. These agreements, alongside the Comprehensive and Changes in the geopolitical order of the region are reflected in public sector, economic, security and social environments, and to
Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), provide further regional regional responses to China’s growing strategic weight and more the growing link between domestic and international policy, for
integration mechanisms – a buffer against strategic competition and a hedge against a confident pursuit of its interests; in the interplay between this and example:
deteriorating global trading system. the United States’ presence in the region; and in the pursuit by • expectations of deeper and more transparent engagement to
Japan and India of increased strategic roles in the Indo-Pacific. earn the confidence of New Zealanders;
On the downside, the international rules-based order is coming under increasing
pressure, as seen for example in challenges to the practical functioning of the World Trade In addition, the South China Sea territorial disputes are some of • the growth of the Māori economy;
Organisation (WTO) dispute settlement mechanism; Russia’s annexation of Crimea, its the most enduring and polarising in the region, violent extremism • increasing significance of services trade and digital
resistance to an effective United Nations (UN) response in Syria, and its cyber-enabled remains an extant threat in South East Asia and transnational commerce relative to goods exports;
interference in foreign elections; and the militarisation of disputed features in the South organised crime is an expanding source of instability. More • the confluence of domestic and international dimensions
China Sea. promisingly, the shift from extreme tension on the Korean of security concerns such as cyber threats and foreign
Peninsula following the Inter-Korean and United States-North interference;
New Zealand benefits from the collective decision-making approach and respect for the
Korea summits is positive, but denuclearisation of North Korea
sovereign equality of states that underpin the multilateral system, and on the stability, • the interplay between domestic and international policy on
remains a challenging, long-term goal.
collective security and legal certainty that it affords. The challenges to this system are climate change, environment, health, education, science,
varied and troubling. Attempts are increasingly being made to reshape or interpret rules in Intensifying challenges are also buffeting the Pacific. The poverty eradication, indigenous, and disability issues;
ways that do not support New Zealand interests or reflect New Zealand values. In addition, combined effects of climate change, mixed governance records, • recognition of connections between Pacific and New Zealand
deep-set economic, social and cultural anxieties have promoted the rise of populist and transnational crime, narrowly-based economies and enduring well-being; and
nationalist political movements in the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States that lack of scale and isolation create social, economic and security • expectations of government agencies to better demonstrate
are wary of regional and multilateral structures, and of open trade. Combined with a global problems that are becoming more acute. Growing interest from and evaluate the impact of their work.
trend toward less liberal and more authoritarian governance, these influences pose broader actors from outside the region brings a wider donor base, but also
and longer term risks to the international rules-based order. strategic competition and exposure to a broader set of risks that
may also affect New Zealand interests.12 13
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
Our strategic
direction
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The Ministry has refreshed its Strategic Framework with the The organisational capability goals set out the critical capability we need to achieve our
strategic goals. These are:
aim of setting a ten-year planning horizon; being clearer about
the impact we are aiming to achieve over time and the shorter • Our People: Build and sustain a happy, healthy and high-performing community, for all.
term deliverables we are prioritising; better articulating the • Operational Excellence: Enable effective and efficient delivery of Ministry business
Ministry’s value to New Zealanders; and having a stronger basis through fit for purpose and resilient global network, systems and services.
for measuring and evaluating our performance and linking our • NZ Connections: Foster mutually beneficial relationships with NZ Inc partners, Māori,
priorities and our resources. domestic stakeholders and New Zealanders.
• Enterprise Performance: Ensure the Ministry delivers the best achievable outcomes for
The Framework comes together in the diagram on page 14, which illustrates the New Zealand from the resources invested in it.
interdependencies between the value we deliver for New Zealanders, the strategic goals
we are pursuing and the capability we need to deliver those goals.
The strategic goals express the impact the Ministry aims to achieve over the next ten
years. These are:
• International Rules and Institutions: Strengthen, protect and use international rules
and institutions to pursue New Zealand values and interests.
• Economic Returns and Resilience: Grow sustainable economic returns and resilience
from trade, investment and other international connections.
• Asia-Pacific Architecture: Embed New Zealand as an active and integral partner
in building Asia-Pacific architecture in support of regional stability and economic An overview of each goal is set out on pages 16-37, showing:
integration.
• Pacific: Promote a stable, prosperous and resilient Pacific in which New Zealand’s • Why the goal matters for New Zealand • The tangible things we are prioritising for
interests and influence are safeguarded.
delivery within the next four years, linked
• Environment and Climate Change: Promote sustainable international solutions to
• The impact we aim to achieve through
to outcomes (priority deliverables)
global environment and natural resource challenges that impact on New Zealand. our ten year outcomes and key results
• Security and Safety: Lead New Zealand’s international action to advance and protect within each of these • The enduring work that the Ministry also
New Zealanders’ safety and New Zealand’s security. undertakes to deliver our outcomes.
• A provisional set of indicators we will
• International Relationships: Build and leverage targeted international relationships to use to help measure success against the
achieve our goals.
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Our Strategic Goals 1. International rules and institutions protect and progress New Zealand uses rules-based system
New Zealand interests to our advantage
1.1 Make progress through our advocacy on the 2030 Agenda for New Zealand meets its SDG
Sustainable Development, conflict prevention and human rights, reporting requirements
Strengthen, protect and use international rules particularly in the Asia-Pacific
↑ Subscription to global
MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND TRADE
International 1.2 Progress the international rules on disarmament and a disarmament treaties
Rules & and institutions to pursue New Zealand values strengthened non-proliferation regime
↑ UN and IFI engagement and results
Institutions and interests 1.3 Challenges to New Zealand’s international legal rights are defended
in the Pacific
1.4 Core principles of international law, rights and norms are protected,
↑ Impact and value for money from
especially in our region
New Zealand financial contributions
1.5 UN agencies and International Financial Institutions deliver better
to multilateral agencies
results for the Pacific
CONTRIBUTES TO: New Zealand recognised as effective
1.6 New Zealand’s reputation and influence in the UN and key
advocate for Pacific and Small Island
institutions is enhanced
KAITIAKITANGA SECURITY PROSPERITY INFLUENCE Developing States (SIDS)
New Zealand and partners’ candidates
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elected to key bodies and positions
Why this matters: 2. International rules are respected and institutions are strengthened A stronger and respected
2.1 The relevance, coherence, effectiveness and efficiency of key rules-based system
New Zealand’s interests are best served by an international The United Nations (UN) and other international organisations
institutions is improved through UN reform and sound governance New Zealand’s UN reform objectives
rules-based system where conflict, trans-border and global have unparalleled convening power. They afford us an opportunity
challenges are addressed effectively. to engage and influence at the highest level, and to help us 2.2 Respect for the UN Charter and compliance with fundamental are achieved
understand and assess the wider international context for principles of international humanitarian law is improved through New Zealand models openness and
Having agreed rules, standards and norms that govern
New Zealand. While there have been notable successes, the New Zealand advocacy transparency in its engagement with
international cooperation on peace and security, economic,
international-rules based system is challenged by long-standing, 2.3 International treaty regimes for law of the sea, international the human rights treaty system
financial, human rights, and social issues provides stability
intractable conflicts, as well as newly emergent issues. Global environmental and climate law and international criminal law are
and certainty. Rules, rather than simply power, provide small, Positive evaluations of the
governance is more contested than ever. Geopolitical changes strengthened
internationally connected countries like New Zealand with effectiveness of the wider UN system
and the assertion of different values and national interests impact 2.4 Human Rights Council’s mechanisms strengthened and human
protection. Simplification of reporting obligations
on the primacy and effectiveness of the system. Some parts are rights more effectively integrated into the wider UN system
New Zealand funds international organisations to deliver on a working well; others less so. ↑ More countries join key international
2.5 An effective rules-based system for trade centred on the WTO is
global scale and efficiently extend the reach of our actions. When legal instruments
The multilateral system needs to adapt and change in response. sustained
effective, these organisations can achieve positive outcomes, for 2.6 Dispute settlement and compliance mechanisms are effective and ↑ Dispute settlement bodies are
Where there are international rules, we need to work with others to
example in response to humanitarian crises. respected operational and utilised
ensure they are respected. Where there are new rules and norms, we
The international rules-based system underpins our economic need to pursue consistency and high standards. Where institutions 2.7 Sound rules and norms are developed to respond to emerging
prosperity. We use it to promote values that are important to are failing to deliver results, we need to seek improvements. In turn, global challenges (such as cyber, space, and sea-level rise) and the
New Zealanders, to showcase best practice and to share our this will help improve the system’s credibility in the eyes of States standards and integrity of the system are maintained
experiences. We use it to pursue international support that brings and their citizens. Our impact is amplified when influential
benefit to the Pacific. New Zealanders hold key roles in the system.
We will deliver our 10 year goal and outcomes through these workstreams, and… …these priority deliverables over 2018 – 2022
Advocate for New Zealand’s interests in the governance, ensure implementation in the Ministry’s areas of responsibility; 1. Develop a refreshed Human Rights work plan, including advocating for adherence to UN human rights treaties
priorities and delivery of UN, International Financial Institutions Identify and address breaches of New Zealand’s international 2. Deliver New Zealand’s 2019 Universal Periodic Review in the Human Rights Council
(IFIs) and other international organisations, and treaty regimes; rights; Run NZ Inc candidature campaigns and appropriately 3. Develop a long-range NZ Inc candidatures plan in 2018
Promote adherence to international law, rights and norms in support New Zealanders working in international organisations;
4. Develop and action a NZ Inc policy statement on international cooperation for sustainable development in 2018/19
our region and globally; Advise on and represent New Zealand Coordinate and provide input to reporting on New Zealand’s
5. Seek improvements to UN conflict prevention capability in the Asia-Pacific
in the negotiation of new and amended international rules international obligations (e.g. Sustainable Development Goals
6. Deliver a National Voluntary Report to the UN in 2019 on New Zealand’s progress towards the SDGs
and norms; Deliver development, humanitarian and other (SDGs), Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against
assistance through multilateral organisations; Advise on Women, and International Covenant on Economic, Social and 7. Engage effectively in the 2019 mid-term review of implementation of the SIDS Accelerated Modalities of Action (SAMOA) Pathway
New Zealand compliance with international obligations and Cultural Rights). 8. Seek from UN and IFIs an increase in the amount and quality of financing and development activity in the Pacific
9. Advocate for the core obligations of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty through the 2020 treaty review process and for the Treaty
on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons
10. Pursue a strategy to maintain the effective functioning of, and compliance with, the WTO Dispute Settlement Mechanism
11. Review New Zealand’s core UN system priorities and supporting aid investments
12. Refresh New Zealand’s humanitarian policy and explore options to deliver a significant International Humanitarian Law initiative.Our 10 year outcomes and the Indicators to help
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key results MFAT aims to deliver: measure success: 19
1. Improved and more diverse market access increases export earnings and ↑ FTAs cover 80% of New Zealand
resilience to shocks goods exports by 2028
1.1 Market access for a wider range of higher value New Zealand goods and ↑ Value of commercially material NTBs
services exports by market and sector protected and improved resolved by NZ Inc grows by 7.5%
Grow sustainable economic returns and 1.2 More NTBs resolved which have high commercial materiality compound annual growth rate by
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Economic 1.3 Opportunities for New Zealand businesses to invest in export markets and use 2028; Key Performance Indicators met
Returns & resilience from trade, investment and other digital trade increased Successful dispute settlement cases
Resilience international connections
2. Trade and investment grown in a way that is sustainable and benefits all sectors ↑ New Zealanders’ support for the
of New Zealand society and enjoys wider public support government’s trade and investment
2.1 New Zealand trade policy contributes to New Zealand’s transition to a policy increases
CONTRIBUTES TO: sustainable and low emissions global economy ↑ More countries take up key ‘Trade for
2.2 Agreements and trade initiatives enhance trade participation of the regions, All’ concepts, including through new
PROSPERITY INFLUENCE Māori, women, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) New Zealand FTAs
2.3 New Zealand values and sustainability ambition reflected in international Effective provisions on environment
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trade and investment policy engagement and negotiations and labour standards in New Zealand
FTAs
Why this matters:
3. International connections strengthen returns to New Zealand from
Trade and investment are essential for New Zealand’s prosperity 2050. Providing secure market access and diversified international
participation in the global economy
and New Zealanders’ standard of living. Overseas markets allow connections aligned with wider economic strategy helps make
businesses to grow to a scale that could not happen in New Zealand New Zealand companies more competitive and able to increase 3.1 New Zealand companies able to compete more effectively overseas as a result
alone. More than 600,000 jobs depend on export markets. High incomes and jobs. This also makes New Zealand more resilient to of services, connections and insights provided by MFAT including through NZ
quality foreign investment contributes capital necessary for change and external shocks. Inc collaboration
economic growth and overseas investment helps our businesses 3.2 Increased high quality Foreign Direct Investment attracted to New Zealand
Public support for open trade and investment is important for New
obtain greater value from customers offshore.
Zealand’s economic success. Greater engagement is needed with
The dynamic global environment in which New Zealand exporters New Zealand society on trade and investment policy that responds to
operate presents opportunities and challenges. The transition to a their concerns and interests, and delivers demonstrable benefits.
low-carbon global economy is gathering pace. Digital connectivity is
transforming commerce. Protectionism is a growing threat.
MFAT’s trade work contributes to New Zealand’s overall economic
strategy and helps realise the Government’s vision of a productive,
sustainable and inclusive economy that will be net carbon zero by
We will deliver our 10 year goal and outcomes through these workstreams, and… …these priority deliverables over 2018 – 2022
Pursue New Zealand interests through the WTO, including its Provide support for trade missions, investment and tourism 1. Implement and capitalise on the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), especially in
monitoring, negotiation and dispute settlement roles; Negotiate, promotion overseas in collaboration with NZ Inc agencies; Support Mexico, Japan, Canada, Peru, in 2019
promote, implement and enforce free trade agreements (FTAs); development of air services, innovation and other economic 2. Conclude negotiations on: Singapore Closer Economic Partnership (CEP) Upgrade, China FTA Upgrade and Pacific Alliance FTA;
Advocate with other governments to resolve Non-Tariff Barriers connections; Protect New Zealand interests and brand in relation Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) FTA; ASEAN Australia New Zealand FTA (AANZFTA) General Review and
(NTBs) and other trade problems, including through NZ Inc to food safety in offshore markets. Upgrade; European Union FTA; United Kingdom FTA
collaboration; Lead New Zealand trade policy and its contribution 3. Progress Mercosur and India bilateral FTA negotiations and Gulf Cooperation Council FTA to entry into force
to wider New Zealand policy objectives; Undertake trade and
4. Keep under review when Russia-Customs Union FTA negotiations can resume
economic research and analysis; Provide services, connections
5. Develop (and lead co-creation of) progressive and inclusive “Trade for All” Agenda in 2018/19, and implement new trade policy
and insights to New Zealand business operating overseas;
initiatives by 2020
6. Develop attributable measures for shares of services in New Zealand exports and enhanced trade participation of the regions, Māori,
women and SMEs by 2019
7. Promote New Zealand’s engagement in forums that can influence international trade policy, including by obtaining biennial
invitation to G20 trade workstream by 2020, and advancing Commonwealth Closer Economic Relations by 2022
8. Roll out MFAT Economic Diplomacy programme by end 2018.Our 10 year outcomes and the Indicators to help
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key results MFAT aims to deliver: measure success: 21
1. The existing Asia-Pacific architecture delivers greater regional prosperity and Existing Asia-Pacific architecture
security outcomes that advance our interests The benefits identified for the hosting
1.1 New Zealand’s hosting of APEC 2021 enhances New Zealand’s reputation and of APEC in 2021 are realised
influence as a leader in the region and supports achievement of APEC’s post-
Ministers progress our interests
Embed New Zealand as an active and integral 2020 Vision
effectively at the region’s major
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Asia-Pacific partner in building Asia-Pacific architecture 1.2 New Zealand advocacy and diplomacy in key capitals is effective in political forums in ways that deliver
encouraging the region’s major powers to remain committed to peaceful, open
Architecture in support of regional stability and economic tangible benefits to New Zealand
and cooperative regionalism underpinned by the rule of law security and prosperity
integration 1.3 The East Asia Summit, centred on ASEAN, is embedded as the leading regional
Future APEC, EAS and ASEM
forum for strategic dialogue, valued for its convening authority and delivery of
memberships, themes and agendas
tangible results
reflect New Zealand preferences
1.4 New Zealand’s contribution and leadership within the Asia-Pacific regional
CONTRIBUTES TO: ASEAN centrality is recognised, its
architecture enhances its effectiveness
voice is heard, and its states are
stable, confident and cooperative
SECURITY PROSPERITY INFLUENCE
STRATEGIC INTENTIONS 2018-2022 |
2. Emerging Asia-Pacific regional and sub-regional systems include New Zealand, Emerging systems
support free and open regional development, and champion the rule of law ↑ Expansive Singapore Enhanced
Why this matters: 2.1 New Zealand has an opportunity to participate in new Asian political, security Partnership enhances New Zealand’s
or economic governance, architecture, and initiatives links with Singapore, Australia and
For national prosperity and security, New Zealand needs peace and India’s and Japan’s growing interests across the Indo-Pacific, and 2.2 New Zealand is valued for playing a useful and constructive role South East Asia
stability in the wider Asia-Pacific region of which we are a part. We regional flashpoints – nuclear proliferation, terrorism, displaced
↑ New Zealand is invited to engage
can have positive impacts in shaping New Zealand’s environment populations, and maritime disputes. These trends and challenges
on new regional initiatives at their
through actions in regional organisations and bilaterally by working need clear, considered, and coherent responses.
formative stages
with a broad network of partners on our shared regional interests. We
Regional mechanisms involve New Zealand in circles of influence and
need to maintain a trajectory towards the free flow of goods, services, ↑ New Zealand deepens partnership
international standard setting. Hosting the Asia-Pacific Economic
people and capital within a rules-based trading and economic system. arrangements with Latin America and
Cooperation (APEC) in 2021 is an opportunity to shape enduring
We need a system in the region in which conflicts and disputes are South Asia
regional economic policy. Membership of the East Asia Summit (EAS)
managed consistent with international law, rights and norms.
and other forums enables us to influence regional security settings.
New Zealand needs to be an active and innovative participant 3. Levels of integration and engagement with ASEAN deliver significant benefits ASEAN
working for greater regional security and prosperity. The regional architecture is strained, however, and new systems
to New Zealand in economic and security terms Evaluations rate New Zealand
are emerging. New Zealand needs to work harder than ever to
The global economic shift toward Asia is to New Zealand’s advantage. 3.1 Innovative New Zealand cooperation initiatives catalyse ASEAN and broader development dialogue, policy
shape and promote the kind of regional integration, architecture,
Protecting gains to date and growing the 70 percent of our trade regional cooperation advocacy, and assistance as targeted,
and institutions which best serve our interests and reflect our
that occurs with Asia-Pacific countries underpins our prosperity. 3.2 New Zealand’s targeted development cooperation in South East Asia effective, and well matched to
core principles. The next ten years will require nimble, adaptive,
There is, however, considerable flux in the external environment. contributes to regional integration, prosperity and stability, a greater our maturing relationships and
and energetic prosecution of our interests to underpin the place
Geopolitical change in the Asia-Pacific impacts on New Zealand’s New Zealand profile and stronger connections to New Zealand comparative advantage
of inclusive and consultative regional practices and institutions in
economic and security environment. The main trends are complex 3.3 New Zealand is widely known for conducting policy dialogue, and delivering ↑ New Zealand’s diplomatic and Track
determining regional conduct, inter-state behaviour, and outcomes.
and interdependent: volatility in the global macro-economy, China’s practical support, as a reliable and principled partner, responsive and aligned Two resources directly involved
growth, the United States’ role in regional prosperity and stability, with evolving needs in addressing collective regional
security and economic issues
We will deliver our 10 year goal and outcomes through these workstreams, and… …these priority deliverables over 2018 – 2022
Lead the development of NZ Inc positions and represent (such as the Belt and Road, Mercosur trade talks, Pacific Alliance, 1. Prepare for (over 2018-2020) and deliver (over 2021) New Zealand’s APEC hosting year
New Zealand at APEC, EAS, Asia-Europe Meeting (ASEM), Free and Open Indo-Pacific) to support our ongoing strategic 2. Develop and deliver New Zealand engagement plans for new regional initiatives to help form and shape them in line with our
Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) forums; interests and national resilience; Deliver effective international national interest and values
Encourage the major powers in their continued constructive development programmes and humanitarian assistance in South 3. Define New Zealand interests and consequences of engagement in the Indo-Pacific
engagement in the international architecture of the Asia-Pacific; East Asia in line with policy and strategy; Provide active support 4. Implementing a negotiated Singapore Enhanced Partnership establishes new high-value economic, scientific, and community
Develop coalitions of interests to support the advancement of for Track Two and other partner organisations diplomacy Asia- cooperation opportunities with Singapore, Australia and South East Asia
New Zealand security and economic interests in regional forums; Pacific stakeholder groups in New Zealand. 5. Refresh the ASEAN/New Zealand plan of action, and deliver a coherent and branded programme of initiatives to advance the
Provide advice and assessments on areas of opportunity and relationship
risk to New Zealand in new architecture initiatives in the region 6. Successful execution of a 45th Anniversary Special Summit in 2020 between ASEAN and New Zealand in the margins of the EAS
7. Review and improve quality of New Zealand’s South East Asia development cooperation programme, especially for states in
transition from development relationships to more mature partnerships.Our 10 year outcomes and the Indicators to help
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key results MFAT aims to deliver: measure success: 23
1. Improved economic and social well-being in Pacific Island countries, which Well-being
reduces risk for New Zealand and promotes shared prosperity Composite measure of SDG progress in
1.1 Pacific Island countries make meaningful progress towards achieving the Pacific Island countries
SDGs in areas that New Zealand is supporting 8.a.1: Aid for Trade commitments and
disbursements
Promote a stable, prosperous and resilient 1.2 Gender equality and women’s empowerment is improved in Pacific
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↑ Value of imports and exports between
countries
Pacific Pacific in which New Zealand’s interests and 1.3 Unemployment among young people is reduced
New Zealand and Pacific Island countries
↑ Composite assessment of gender
influence are safeguarded 1.4 Two-way trade between New Zealand and the Pacific is increased progress in Pacific Leaders Gender
1.5 Mutual benefits from labour mobility are increased Equality Declaration
1.6 The implementation of the Pacific Agreement on Closer Economic Relations ↓ 8.6.1: Proportion of youth (aged 15-24
(PACER Plus) supports the Pacific‘s wider regional and global economic integration years) not in education, employment or
training
CONTRIBUTES TO:
2. A more stable, secure, resilient and well-governed Pacific Security, resilience and governance
KAITIAKITANGA SECURITY PROSPERITY INFLUENCE 2.1 The Pacific has an enhanced ability to address transboundary security → Progress on regional security cooperation
threats 16.3.1: Proportion of victims of
STRATEGIC INTENTIONS 2018-2022 |
2.2 Robust national security sectors manage internal security challenges violence in the previous 12 months who
reported their victimization to competent
2.3 Pacific countries are leading effective humanitarian responses, with
authorities or other officially recognized
Why this matters: support from New Zealand as required conflict resolution mechanisms
2.4 Pacific countries have an increased resilience to natural hazards and the → All New Zealand responses to natural
New Zealand is a Pacific country, linked by history, culture, politics, environmental challenges is critical to stability and prosperity of the
impacts of climate change disasters in the Pacific are launched
and demographics. Decisions, actions and events in New Zealand region and Pacific Island countries.
2.5 The Pacific can sustainably manage natural resources and protect the within mandated timeframes (No, %)
have greater consequence and meaning for the Pacific than any
New Zealand’s security is directly affected by the ability of the Pacific environment ↑ 13.1.2: Number of countries that
other region. The Pacific, in turn, shapes New Zealand’s identity and
to increase resilience, grow sustainable economies, manage conflicts adopt and implement national disaster
influences the safety and prosperity of New Zealand and 2.6 Pacific states have more effective and accountable institutions and better
and combat crimes that transgress borders. Transboundary issues risk reduction strategies in line with
New Zealanders. This is reflected in the broad range of New Zealand public services
such as aviation and maritime security require shared resources and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk
institutions and actors active in the region. 2.7 Regional organisations are effective and well-governed Reduction 2015-2030
our leadership to support a regional approach.
New Zealand is home to significant Pasifika populations and one in → 14.4.1: Proportion of tuna fish stocks
The increasingly contested strategic environment in the Pacific, with
ten New Zealanders will identify as being of Pacific Island heritage within biologically sustainable levels, in
more external players active in the region, creates opportunities and
within a decade. We have close links with Polynesia and constitutional the Pacific
risks for Pacific countries and New Zealand. The perception of
arrangements with the Realm countries. The people of the Cook ↑ Governance and Effectiveness Index
New Zealand by Pacific leaders is changing. This reflects a new
Islands, Niue and Tokelau share New Zealand citizenship and (World Bank)
generation of post-colonial Pacific leaders who are increasingly
their improved social and economic well-being reduces risk for
confident, independent and assertive regionally and internationally.
New Zealand. 3. A Pacific strategic environment conducive to New Zealand’s interests and Influence
These trends present opportunities for New Zealand as well as values, with our influence as a preferred and prominent partner maintained 10.b.1: Total resource flows for
Pacific nations face challenges in achieving the goals set out in the
challenging our ability to maintain influence in a region where we 3.1 Strong collaborative Pacific relationships enable effective shared development, by recipient and donor
2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Climate change poses an countries and type of flow (e.g. official
have vital interests at stake. responses to regional challenges
existential threat to some countries in the Pacific and will have wide development assistance, foreign
3.2 External actors engage in the Pacific in a way which promotes the region’s
ranging impacts across the region. Addressing social, economic and direct investment and other flows)
objectives and supports New Zealand’s values
New Zealand policy positions are
3.3 Decisions by Pacific Island countries align with New Zealand interests in progressed within bilateral and
regional and international fora regional relationships
Evidence of partnerships between
New Zealand and Pacific bilateral
partners strengthened
= Sustainable Development Goal Indicator
We will deliver our 10 year goal and outcomes through these workstreams, and… …these priority deliverables over 2018 – 2022
Deliver and manage New Zealand’s International Development actors in the Pacific; Lead New Zealand’s response to Pacific 1. Deliver the 2018/19 implementation plan for the Government’s Pacific reset
Cooperation in the Pacific; Manage New Zealand’s official emergencies and humanitarian crises; Manage emerging security 2. Realign and scale-up New Zealand’s International Development Cooperation programme over the coming triennium
engagement with Pacific governments; Influence governments threats in the region; Fulfil our constitutional commitments to 3. Deliver the PACER Plus readiness package by 2019 followed by the Economic and Development Cooperation programme
to take decisions aligned with New Zealand interests; Participate Realm countries; Assess the implications for New Zealand of 4. Negotiate a regional security declaration that reflects New Zealand’s wider security interests at the 2018 Pacific Islands Forum in Nauru
in the governance of regional organisations and supporting political, security, economic and social trends and events in the 5. Develop and implement programme of climate change support over the coming triennium
Ministerial and Prime Ministerial engagement; Cultivate and Pacific; Promote New Zealand’s profile, values and interests 6. Deliver scaled up Pacific Broadcasting Services programme
leverage relationships with key decision-makers in government, through public and cultural diplomacy. 7. Develop and operationalise a strategic framework for youth development over the coming triennium
business, media, academia, and NGOs; Coordinate engagement 8. Support the Bougainville Peace Agreement process including the referendum on Bougainville’s status scheduled for June 2019
with international donors, civil society and non-traditional 9. Monitor and support the 2018 Fiji election process
10. Confirm New Zealand’s Pacific Realm policy and reset NZ Inc commitments to Pacific Realm countries by 2020.You can also read
