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What assessment, if any, has the Government made of the value of defence export opportunities for New Zealand companies to Japan and Australia, including any opportunities associated with a defence industry showcase planned to be held in Canberra, Australia, in August 2026 alongside a trilateral defence ministers' meeting; and what was the estimated value of any such opportunities?

Answered Question 37118 (2026)
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Damien O'Connor

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • What assessment, if any, has the Government made of the value of defence export opportunities for New Zealand companies to Japan and Australia, including any opportunities associated with a defence industry showcase planned to be held in Canberra, Australia, in August 2026 alongside a trilateral defence ministers' meeting; and what was the estimated value of any such opportunities?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister of Defence

Answer

The New Zealand Defence Industry Strategy outlines how defence will partner with industry to deliver capabilities faster. This showcase was just one of many activities which support that. Defence remains committed to supporting engagement opportunities for New Zealand companies in Australia, and will explore options for holding a similar event in Canberra next year.