Because of its remote location, the developed island country of New Zealand in the southwestern Pacific Ocean depends significantly on imports to sustain its businesses and customers. It imports a lot of electronics, cars, machinery, and refined fuels. Auckland is the main port and commercial center, and Wellington is the capital. As per New Zealand import data, given its open economy and varied supplier base, New Zealand, which has a population of approximately 5.1 million and a GDP of around USD 250 billion, is expected to import roughly USD 60 billion in total.
As per New Zealand customs data, Refined fuels, automobiles, and machinery account for the majority of New Zealand's imports, which is indicative of the country's reliance on imported energy, transportation, and industrial products to run its open, small economy.