European Union in New Zealand

European Union in New Zealand Each year we undertake specific activities to inform New Zealanders on the latest developments to do with the European Union.

The European Union and New Zealand are close, like-minded partners, working together across trade, science, climate, Ukraine and the Pacific, and innovation to deliver real-world benefits for our people, economies, and planet. 🇪🇺🇳🇿 Established in Wellington in May 2004, the Delegation acts as a representation of the European Union in New Zealand and a provider of information to N

ew Zealanders about the European Union, its policies and activities; and as a conduit for regular exchanges with the New Zealand government. Everything from the Euro and education to trade policy and relations with New Zealand. You are encouraged to continue perusing our Facebook and inform yourself of the many facets to the bilateral relationship. The Delegation welcomes any feedback you may have and encourages you to contact us if you have any questions.

14/06/2026

Russia loves to portray its military as “invincible.” Since 2014, Ukraine has exposed Russia to be more of a paper bear, and in recent months managed to stall its battlefield progress.

Discover three long running myths behind Russia’s “invincible” image:
Myth 1: Russia is an unstoppable military force
Myth 2: Russian firepower is so powerful and terrifying that fighting it is pointless
Myth 3: Ukraine and its allies have already lost the war

13/06/2026

☀️ Over 9,000 of you visited the "Enjoy, it’s from Europe!" stand at Fieldays!

Great weather, great conversations, and great to see so many Team Europe ambassadors and companies — plus our first-ever EU–NZ agri-innovation lunch.

See you next year! 🇪🇺🇳🇿

12/06/2026

What is the true cost of sanctions for Russia? Plummeting oil and gas revenues (with Iran war windfalls offering temporary relief, not structural recovery), punishingly expensive borrowing, and the loss of key markets.
It is becoming increasingly difficult for the Kremlin to finance the war against Ukraine. Staying the course delivers results. Sanctions work.

More than 3,000 visitors have already passed through the “Enjoy, it’s from Europe!” stand in the first two days of Field...
11/06/2026

More than 3,000 visitors have already passed through the “Enjoy, it’s from Europe!” stand in the first two days of Fieldays 2026. 🇪🇺🇳🇿

It has been a pleasure to welcome Team Europe Ambassadors and representatives, Ministers, Members of Parliament from across the House, and thousands of members of the New Zealand public.

Together, we have been showcasing the best of European food — from cheeses, cured meats and cornichons, to olives, vinegars, oils and marzipan.

Many of these products are protected as Geographical Indications. This means their quality, reputation or special character is linked to a specific place, as well as to traditional know-how passed through generations.

Since the EU–NZ Free Trade Agreement entered into force on 1 May 2024, these distinctive products have been protected in both markets — including more than 20 New Zealand wines.

We look forward to sharing more flavours, stories and conversations with you tomorrow. 🧀

10/06/2026

Russia has been portraying the EU and Ukraine’s leadership as “warmongers” unwilling to end the war. This is, of course, an outright lie.
In reality, it is the Kremlin that has rejected at least seven peace proposals in 2025 alone.

08/06/2026

🇪🇺 Come taste Europe at Fieldays 2026! 🇳🇿

are delighted to return to Fieldays – the Southern Hemisphere’s largest agricultural show – to explore both the tradition and the innovation at the heart of New Zealand’s farming community. 🐄🌾

Visit us at PB25 at the “Enjoy It's From Europe” stand, where we’ll be sharing Europe’s finest culinary produce and chatting about the success of the EU–NZ Free Trade Agreement (two years in) and Horizon Europe, the world’s largest publicly funded research and innovation programme – where 🇪🇺🇳🇿 partnerships are working to tackle the biggest challenges facing agriculture and our planet.

Come join us and explore the future of food, trade, and innovation.

📍 PB25, The Pavilion
📆 10-13 June 2026

25/05/2026

Over four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. What was meant to weaken Europe strengthened our unity. Ukraine stands firm. Europe stands with Ukraine. Russia’s aggression was a strategic miscalculation and our support to Ukraine remains steadfast. The path to peace is clear: intensifying pressure on Russia while increasing support for Ukraine.

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20/05/2026

The Russian economy is in trouble. War-driven growth is losing momentum, sanctions are tightening, reserves shrinking & uncertainty is increasingly shaping everyday life. What looked like resilience is proving fragile, as the costs of the war spread beyond the battlefield 🇺🇦🇪🇺🇳🇿

Where do you think the EU ranks among New Zealand’s top trading partners?Because since the EU–NZ Free Trade Agreement en...
19/05/2026

Where do you think the EU ranks among New Zealand’s top trading partners?

Because since the EU–NZ Free Trade Agreement entered into force in May 2024, exports to Europe are up by $3 billion. That’s more goods, more opportunities, and more Kiwi businesses reaching 450 million consumers.

Not bad for a partnership on the other side of the world.

So… has perception caught up with reality? 👀

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Russia launched massive attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, leaving people to endure harsh winter conditions. Th...
18/05/2026

Russia launched massive attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, leaving people to endure harsh winter conditions. The EU & its Member States stood with Ukraine during this time, & through every winter of the war, providing emergency support to keep cities lit and homes warm.

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