Singapore-NZ Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies (AOTES)

Singapore-NZ Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies (AOTES)

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Category : Business and economics Published on: May 06 2026

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  • Historic Pact: On May 4, 2026, Singapore and New Zealand signed the Agreement on Trade in Essential Supplies (AOTES), the world’s first legally binding bilateral agreement on supply chain resilience.
  • Core Commitment: Both nations pledged not to impose unnecessary export restrictions on critical goods—including food, fuel, healthcare, chemicals, and construction products—even during global crises.
  • Strategic Context: Signed during NZ PM Christopher Luxon’s visit to meet PM Lawrence Wong, the pact builds on the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) launched in October 2025.
  • Economic Links: New Zealand imports nearly one-third of its fuel from Singapore refineries, while New Zealand is a vital source of food imports for Singapore.
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