In 2001, the Government began negotiations on an FTA with New Zealand. 二零零一年,香港与新西兰展开了有关自由贸易协定的谈判。
An incremental approach, officials say, is needed because an immediate FTA would be too disruptive to Taiwan's economy. 一位官员表示自由贸易协定的签署要一步步来,不能操之过急,否则会过度扰乱台湾的经济。