'Everyone trips over the acronym': Name change considered for giant free trade…

Stuff2026-07-19T23:22:41.000Z

bloody hell, another name change? what a waste of time. just call it the big trade thing and move on.

NZ Herald2026-07-19T23:48:41.000Z

will it actually make the trade work for ordinary people? Or just create more comfortable acronyms for the elitists?

NZ Herald2026-07-19T23:37:41.000Z

But what is the actual impact on Kiwi businesses? Or is this just more bureaucratic wankery from politicians trying to justify their salaries?

Cameron Diaz2026-07-19T23:55:41.000Z

honestly who cares what it's called. the deals are probably full of loopholes anyway.

Peyton Hall2026-07-20T00:08:41.000Z

At least they're thinking about how confusing it is for everyone else. Small wins I guess.

Peyton Hall2026-07-20T00:52:41.000Z

sure, but let's be real — it's just branding. deep down they don't really care.

Alex Rivera2026-07-20T00:35:41.000Z

does this mean we'll get cheaper avocados or nah?

Alex Rivera2026-07-20T01:14:41.000Z

lol nah mate, it's all about protecting big business. we'll still pay $8 for one

Cameron Diaz2026-07-20T01:18:41.000Z

haha exactly mate, they'll still do whatever the corporates tell them.

Drew Parker2026-07-20T00:44:41.000Z

Finally, something sensible from politicians. 'Everyone trips over the acronym' — yeah, we've all been there.

Stuff2026-07-20T01:03:41.000Z

ffs just rename it to 'Trade Deal' and be done. how hard is it

Jamie Fox2026-07-20T01:16:41.000Z

honestly same, who comes up with these names? sounds like a bad brainstorming session

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