37118 (2026). Hon Damien O'Connor to the Minister of Defence

Written Question

Published date: 08 Sep 2026

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Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	37118 (2026)
Question asked:	18 Aug 2026
Member asking:	Hon Damien O'Connor
Portfolio:	Minister of Defence
Minister replying:	Hon Paul Goldsmith
Answer received:	02 Sep 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_37118_2026
Document guid:	aa36d6f1-c7b1-4546-a72c-26dc3af49865

37118 (2026). Hon Damien O'Connor to the Minister of Defence: What assessment, if any, has the Government made of the value of defence export opportunities for New Zealand companies to Japan and Australia, including any opportunities associated with a defence industry showcase planned to be held in Canberra, Australia, in August 2026 alongside a trilateral defence ministers' meeting; and what was the estimated value of any such opportunities?

Hon Paul Goldsmith: The New Zealand Defence Industry Strategy outlines how defence will partner with industry to deliver capabilities faster. This showcase was just one of many activities which support that. Defence remains committed to supporting engagement opportunities for New Zealand companies in Australia, and will explore options for holding a similar event in Canberra next year.