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Economy and Industry in New Zealand
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New Zealand Economy and Industry

New Zealand has a mixed economy dominated by an export-focused agricultural sector, manufacturing and service sectors. The economy is trade-oriented with food and beverages representing a large proportion of exports. New Zealand has a reputation for top quality produce, from meat to dairy, seafood, fruit, vegetables and wines. Service industries, such as tourism, are also significant to the economy.

Facts and Figures

New Zealand's total annual exports – NZ$35,202 billion

Unemployment rate – 3.8%

Top export commodities – milk powder and dairy products, meat, raw timber products, mechanical machinery and fruit.

Top five export countries – Australia, USA, Japan, China, UK

Figures to year end March 2007, from Statistics New Zealand

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