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Government rejects aluminium industry's call for import protection
New Zealand government denies aluminium industry's request for temporary import protection.
In brief
New Zealand government denies aluminium industry's request for temporary import protection. New Zealand government rejects aluminium industry's request for temporary import protection to shield from overseas competition. Originally reported by RNZ.
Government rejects aluminium industry's call
New Zealand government rejects aluminium industry's request for temporary import protection to shield from overseas competition.
Industry seeks safeguard measure
Aluminium extruders association says refusal risks skilled jobs and critical industrial capability.
Industry value and concerns
Industry produces $600 million worth of products for construction, transport, infrastructure, health and advanced manufacturing.
The essence
New Zealand government rejects aluminium industry's request for temporary import protection to shield from overseas competition.
