The 26th EU-NZ IPM took place in Strasbourg on Wednesday 6 July. Ms Marja Lubeck MP and Mr Tim van de Molen MP, Co-Chairpersons of the Parliamentary Friendship Group / Europe were joined by Paul Goldsmith MP, Rachel Brooking MP and Dr Elizabeth Kerekere MP. Topics addressed: issues of war, energy dependency, climate change, digitalization and cyber security, foreign interference, sustainability and how it impacts both EU and New Zealand. Covid & lockdowns - the impact on mental health in youth and vulnerable communities The green house emission of both EU & New Zealand -the need for wholesome agricultural production -without polluting the environment. New Zealand explained its challenges as a nation - heavy agricultural production as waste management is an issue for them and monitoring the level of emission from farms is challenging due to a lack of -proper tools. A very lively meeting concluded after 2 hours with a desire to meet again in early 2023 for the 27th EU-NZ IPM.
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