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Update from New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade:

"The conflict in the Middle East is the most consequential disruption to energy and petrochemical supply chains in decades.

Iranian attacks and threats against commercial shipping, and the US counter blockade of Iranian shipping, have brought tanker movements through the Strait of Hormuz close to a standstill.

For New Zealand’s trade with the region, the conflict is causing major disruption for those exporting to or importing from the Gulf."

Read the full report below 👇

The Iran conflict: New Zealand’s economic and merchandise trade data The conflict in the Middle East that began in late February is the most consequential disruption to energy and petrochemical supply chains in decades.

Learn how to navigate ongoing global supply chain disruption and strengthen resilience without compromising quality.

This practical webinar with New Zealand Trade & Enterprise explores how businesses can respond to heightened volatility through smarter sourcing, logistics, and manufacturing decisions.

Hear from NZTE Beachhead advisor Kimberly Kirkendall as she shares her real‑world approach to managing logistics risk, identifying and qualifying alternative suppliers, and preparing for future disruption.

Tuesday 19 May
Register here*👇
https://my.nzte.govt.nz/attend/Managing_Disruption_Practical_Supply_Chain_and_Manufacturing_Strategies709697647
*This event is for NZTE customers. It is free to join.

Curious about how the ongoing conflict is impacting supply chains, fuel, and our economy?

Join the weekly cross-government panel updates hosted with New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE) and New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT)

The panel will provide updates and insights for exporters and respond to your questions, featuring:

• Brad Olsen, CEO and Principal Economist, Infometrics Ltd
• Pete Chrisp, CEO, NZTE
• Chris Kerr, Director Strategy Insights & Evidence, Ministry for Primary Industries
• Cath Nicol, acting Divisional Manager, Middle East and Africa Division, MFAT

NZ Inc Middle East Conflict Exporter Briefing - 24 April In response to the Middle East conflict, hear the latest updates from NZ Inc.

Don't miss tomorrows webinar with New Zealand Trade & Enterprise!

The Middle East conflict is putting sustained pressure on cash flow and working capital for exporters. Join this practical session, led by James Lowrey, managing director Lloyds Bank, who brings strong global expertise in financial planning, growth and risk to understand:

✅ The key dynamics to factor into your financial planning scenarios
✅ Why businesses are building resilience planning, rather than prediction
✅ How to stress-test your cash flow.

Register below 👇

Middle East Conflict: Managing Financial Resilience Amidst Disruption Join this practical webinar to learn how to stress-test cash flow, model financial scenarios, and strengthen liquidity amid rising costs.

Want to keep up to date with global trade disruption?

We recommend you bookmark NZTE's dedicated page for regular updates to help you navigate the conflict.

It’s your one-stop-shop to find links to useful guides, resources and tools. Topics include:

• Market Update page with insights direct from our team on the ground in the Middle East
• Latest webinars from experts with practical advice to support you
• Continuity and risk scenario planning
• Logistics and supply chain
• Shipping and freight, including updates from shipping companies
• The latest information from government
• Impartial, one-to-one advice from a financial expert with NZTE’s Money Matters.

NZ Inc Exporter Briefing with NZTE, with leaders from MFAT, MPI and MBIE, are held weekly on Fridays. The next one is on 17 April, 12pm. Register here: https://my.nzte.govt.nz/attend/series/US-Iran-Conflict--Briefing-by-the-Ministry-of-Fore/NZ_Inc_Middle_East_Conflict_Exporter_Briefing_-_17_April3686470350?utm_campaign=nzte-us-iran-2026&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9FVjFWXr9H-kYFHq6mOXE0ZV6B8YENyKDuhS3qAe9v_CA5sAWh9vGv-f9qnXdR9SHdgNunAWVyyf-p2wHdP0lxzi1chA&_hsmi=413421851&utm_content=exporter_briefing_april17&utm_source=hubspot-engagement

Middle East conflict: Resources for exporters Guidance for exporters affected by the Middle East conflict.

Stay up-to-date with the latest international developments.

Don't miss the next exporter briefing from New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and New Zealand Trade & Enterprise.

This webinar will assist local exporters to:

➡️ Stay informed on the current situation
➡️ Understand New Zealand Government responses
➡️ Ask questions of government agencies

NZ Inc Middle East Conflict Exporter Briefing - 10 April In response to the Middle East conflict, hear the latest updates from MFAT.