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[[File:Commodore John Martin, RNZN and Vice Admiral Yasushi Matsushita, JMSDF in 2012.JPG|right|thumb|Commodore [[John Martin (admiral)|John Martin]], RNZN (left) and Vice Admiral Yasushi Matsushita, JMSDF at the [[Yokosuka, Kanagawa|Yokosuka]] headquarters near Tokyo on 15 October |
[[File:Commodore John Martin, RNZN and Vice Admiral Yasushi Matsushita, JMSDF in 2012.JPG|right|thumb|Commodore [[John Martin (admiral)|John Martin]], RNZN (left) and Vice Admiral Yasushi Matsushita, JMSDF at the [[Yokosuka, Kanagawa|Yokosuka]] headquarters near Tokyo on 15 October 2012.]] |
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Initial contact between Japan and New Zealand was via [[London]] as New Zealand was a part of the [[British Empire]]. In 1928, while New Zealand was a self-governing dominion within the British empire; Japan and New Zealand signed a provisional arrangement concerning commerce, customs and navigation.<ref name=History>[https://www.mofa.go.jp/region/asia-paci/nz/data.html Japan-New Zealand Relations (Basic Data)]</ref> In 1938, Japan opened a consulate in [[Wellington]]. During [[World War II]], New Zealand forces fought against Japan, primarily in [[Singapore]], the [[Solomon Islands]] and in the waters surrounding Japan.<ref name=War>[https://nzhistory.govt.nz/war/war-in-the-pacific/war-against-japan War in the Pacific Page 2 – The war against Japan]</ref> Towards the end of the war, in 1944, New Zealand war ships the [[HMNZS Achilles (70)|HMNZS Achilles]] and [[HMS Gambia (48)|HMS Gambia]] bombarded the Japanese coast. The war in the Pacific soon ended after the American [[atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki]] in August 1945.<ref name=War /> |
Initial contact between Japan and New Zealand was via [[London]] as New Zealand was a part of the [[British Empire]]. In 1928, while New Zealand was a self-governing dominion within the British empire; Japan and New Zealand signed a provisional arrangement concerning commerce, customs and navigation.<ref name=History>[https://www.mofa.go.jp/region/asia-paci/nz/data.html Japan-New Zealand Relations (Basic Data)]</ref> In 1938, Japan opened a consulate in [[Wellington]]. During [[World War II]], New Zealand forces fought against Japan, primarily in [[Singapore]], the [[Solomon Islands]] and in the waters surrounding Japan.<ref name=War>[https://nzhistory.govt.nz/war/war-in-the-pacific/war-against-japan War in the Pacific Page 2 – The war against Japan]</ref> Towards the end of the war, in 1944, New Zealand war ships the [[HMNZS Achilles (70)|HMNZS Achilles]] and [[HMS Gambia (48)|HMS Gambia]] bombarded the Japanese coast. The war in the Pacific soon ended after the American [[atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki]] in August 1945.<ref name=War /> |
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In 2016, trade between Japan and New Zealand totaled $6.4 billion USD.<ref name=Trade>[https://www.mfat.govt.nz/en/countries-and-regions/north-asia/japan/ MFAT: Japan]</ref> Japan's main exports to New Zealand include: motor vehicles and electronic goods. New Zealand's main exports to Japan include: aluminium, cheese, kiwifruit and beef.<ref name=Trade /> |
In 2016, trade between Japan and New Zealand totaled $6.4 billion USD.<ref name=Trade>[https://www.mfat.govt.nz/en/countries-and-regions/north-asia/japan/ MFAT: Japan]</ref> Japan's main exports to New Zealand include: motor vehicles and electronic goods. New Zealand's main exports to Japan include: aluminium, cheese, kiwifruit and beef.<ref name=Trade /> |
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Japan–New Zealand relations refers to the diplomatic relations between Japan and New Zealand. Both nations are members of APEC, Australia Group, Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development and the United Nations.
History
Initial contact between Japan and New Zealand was via London as New Zealand was a part of the British Empire. In 1928, while New Zealand was a self-governing dominion within the British empire; Japan and New Zealand signed a provisional arrangement concerning commerce, customs and navigation.[1] In 1938, Japan opened a consulate in Wellington. During World War II, New Zealand forces fought against Japan, primarily in Singapore, the Solomon Islands and in the waters surrounding Japan.[2] Towards the end of the war, in 1944, New Zealand war ships the HMNZS Achilles and HMS Gambia bombarded the Japanese coast. The war in the Pacific soon ended after the American atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945.[2]
In 1947, New Zealand became an independent nation. In 1952, both nations established diplomatic relations and that same year, New Zealand opened a diplomatic legation in Tokyo. The following year, Japan opened a legation in Wellington.[1] In 1955, Prime Minister Sidney Holland became the first New Zealand head-of-government to pay an official visit to Japan. The visit was reciprocated in 1957 by Japanese Prime Minister Nobusuke Kishi.[1] Since the normalization of relations, Japan and New Zealand have developed strong political ties with, common views and a shared interest in the stability, growth and development of the Asia Pacific region.[3] In 2012, both nations celebrated 60 years of diplomatic relations.[3]
State visits
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Bilateral agreements
Both nations have signed several bilateral agreements such as a Provisional Arrangement concerning Commerce, Customs and Navigation (1929); Agreement on Commerce (1958); Agreement on the Avoidance of Double Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to Taxes on Income (1963); Agreement concerning Reciprocal Waiving of Passport Visas and Passport Visa Fees (1970); Agreement on Fisheries (1978); Agreement on Air Services (1980) and an Agreement on Working holiday visa (1985).[3]
Tourism and Transportation
In 2014, 81,000 Japanese citizens visited New Zealand for tourism. That same period, over 41,000 New Zealanders visited Japan for tourism.[3] There are direct flights between Japan and New Zealand with Air New Zealand.
Trade
In 2016, trade between Japan and New Zealand totaled $6.4 billion USD.[4] Japan's main exports to New Zealand include: motor vehicles and electronic goods. New Zealand's main exports to Japan include: aluminium, cheese, kiwifruit and beef.[4]
Resident diplomatic missions
- Japan has an embassy in Wellington, a consulate-general in Auckland and a consular office in Christchurch.[5]
- New Zealand has an embassy in Tokyo.[6]
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Building hosting the Embassy of Japan in Wellington -
Embassy of New Zealand in Tokyo
See also
References
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