Shared values underpin close governmental and private sector contacts across a broad range of bilateral, regional and multilateral activities. The United States is one of New Zealand's three most important export markets and a major source of New Zealand imports and investment. In the multilateral trade field, the two countries espouse similar open market philosophies.
Cooperation is also close on international environmental matters and Antarctic scientific research.
Programmes for scientific, cultural and educational exchange maintain an awareness of New Zealand in the United States and promote the interchange of ideas and experience. Natural Partners History, culture, language and an unshakeable commitment to democracy have made New Zealand and the United States natural partners. Shared Pacific shores, a shared multicultural heritage. Shared values of economic democracy - commitment to market economies. Economic and Trade Interests Shared global and regional economic interests.