This leads to the third major benefit from RCEP and its contribution to the recovery of New Zealand and the region from the COVID-19 pandemic. When implemented fully, RCEP will become the largest trade agreement in the world. Given the difficulties of COVID-19 and the challenges for the international trading system, this achievement cannot be underestimated. Right from the beginning of the pandemic, New Zealand moved quickly to keep supply chains open for essential imports, reduce trade barriers, maintain connectivity, and keep air links open while shipping constraints continued. And, as the pandemic continues, New Zealand's response has adapted. We know that trade is a key driver for prosperity, and that is why enabling trade is a key part of our recovery strategy.