Charles Finny
Trump's Iran trade threat 'unhelpful' to NZ - Charle Finny
The fallout is continuing from Donald Trump's tweet that anyone doing business with Iran would NOT be doing business with the United States. The US has already re-imposed sanctions against Iran and… Audio
EU trade talks formally launched in Wellington
A significant trade deal with the European Union - that's been years in the making - will be formally launched today. The European Commissioner Cecilia Malmstrom is in the capital to meet with senior… Audio
EU free trade: What does it mean for NZ?
Trade Minister David Parker says a free trade deal with the European Union will be a boon to both jobs and incomes in New Zealand. The EU yesterday approved the beginning of negotiations with New… Audio
Commonwealth free trade idea may have exciting outcomes - Finny
The Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and the Foreign Minister Winston Peters have been talking up the possibility of a Commonwealth trade agreement. The pair are arriving back in the country after a… Audio
Trump's tariff plans could bring more global tensions
US President Donald Trump has suggested tariffs on the imports of steel and alumunium into the US, as he tries to revive the local industry. But the suggestion is causing tense reactions from trading… Audio
Charles Finny, Jane Kelsey debate TPP developments
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern thinks the refashioned Trans Pacific Partnership is a 'damned sight better than the last'. And it could be in effect in just a matter of months. There are still four… Audio
Ardern takes first step on world stage at APEC
The Prime Minister, Jacinda Ardern, is on the world stage for the first time this weekend, when she joins leaders in the Asia-Pacific region to discuss trade and security. Ms Ardern leaves for APEC in… Audio
Will Trump's anger Canada's dairy industry extend to NZ?
Charles Finny says Donald Trump's rhetoric against Canadian dairy farmers is a world away from New Zealand with its very different dairy industry. New Zealand exports around a billion dollars of dairy… Audio
Former trade negotiator warns of potential trade war with US
A former trade negotiator is warning of a potential trade war if the American President goes ahead with a proposal to impose a tax on imports into the United States. Charles Finny talks to Jane… Audio
Business tips bright future under NZ-Mexico FTA
Next week the Trade Minister, Todd McClay, travels to Mexico, the world's 14th largest economy. He'll be there to discuss the TPP but Mexico's fractious relationship with the new US president could… Audio
Charles Finny on President Trump pulling out of the TPP
Charles Finny says he's not surprised at Donald Trump's pulling out of TPP, and says it will hurt New Zealand's interests. Audio
What would a Trump win mean for the NZ economy?
International trade expert Charles Finny says a DonaldTrump win would throw a very big spanner in the works given his promises to scrap trade deals and reintroduce tariffs to protect American… Audio
Trade analyst discusses Brexit vote
Charles Finny is a former diplomat and trade negotiator Audio
Prime Minister challenges US to stick with TPP deal
The Prime Minister John Key has challenged America to stick with the trans Pacific partnership deal saying any withdrawal would leave a void that China will fill. Charles Finny is an expert in… Audio
Will the Treaty clause in TPPA do the job?
Maori concerns about the Trans Pacific Partnership remain despite the Trade Minister Todd McLay saying that "Nothing in TPP will prevent the Crown from meeting its obligations to Maori". Audio
International trade policy expert on overnight TPP deal
The Trans-Pacific Partnership deal has been reached in the early hours in Atlanta. Audio
Charles Finny with his perspective on TPP talks
Watching developments from Wellington is one of the lead negotiators in the 2008 New Zealand-China free trade agreement, Charles Finny. Audio
TPP deal enters final stages in Hawaii
A controversial trade deal between New Zealand and other Pacific Rim nations including the United States enters final negotiations in Hawaii this week. Audio
Industry leader says businesses need to wake up to China
An industry leader says businesses need to wake up to the importance of China and think internationally if they are to survive through tough economic times. Audio
Jobs, investment at risk unless company tax is cut
The Wellington Chamber of Commerce fears jobs and investment are at risk, unless the Government follows Australia's lead and cuts the company tax rate. Audio
