On Wednesday 5 (Auckland) and Thursday 6 July (Wellington), we welcomed Professor Siah Hwee Ang, The Bank of New Zealand Chair in Business in Asia at Victoria University of Wellington, speak to guests about China’s role in the global economy. Professor Ang shared insights into how China has come to the forefront on the world … Continued
In May, HKNZBA hosted a Property Seminar with Bayleys Real Estate Ltd in Auckland and Wellington. Mr John Chow, the Director of Chow Group, presented his “rags to riches” story of how he was able to go from nought to $200 million property portfolio in 25 years. He is the only Chinese person on the … Continued
On 26 August 2015, the Hong Kong New Zealand Business Association hosted a Business Seminar in conjunction with HKETO and HKTDC. We had the privilege of hearing from a range of international speakers who had flown from Hong Kong and Australia. Mr Mark Clift, the Chief Operations Officer of the Hong Kong Cyberport Management Company … Continued
On Wednesday 10 and Thursday 11 June, we had Rod MacKenzie speak to guests about NZ Focus’ journey. Mr MacKenzie is the Executive Director of NZ Focus; he had previously worked for New Zealand Trade and Enterprise for over a decade, and in particular he held the post of China Regional Director for a number of … Continued
In October 2014, we had two successful seminars with Zespri’s Chief Operating Officer Simon Limmer in Auckland and Wellington. Mr Limmer gave great insight into Zespri’s ventures into China and the lessons that could learnt for businesses looking to expand into the China market. In particular, it was important to recognise the challenges in going … Continued
HKNZBA was fortunate to have Andrew Leung speak to members and non-members about China’s ascendancy today and the implications for Hong Kong and the Asia- Pacific region in Wellington, as part of the Hong Kong Festival. Mr Leung is a prominent China specialist and his experience and knowledge in this area is truly unparalleled. He spoke … Continued
Hong Kong: The opportunities for investment and trade Hong Kong is one of the world’s most open and dynamic economies. With its free-port status, world-class infrastructure, world’s busiest international airport and container ports, it continues to offer investment and trade opportunities for New Zealand. Hong Kong is the world’s 3rd most important financial … Continued
The HKNZBA jointly hosted the Chinese New Year receptions with HKETO / HKTDC / InvestHK in Auckland and Wellington in early February. Members of the Association and guests were entertained by an amazing sand-art show on the big screen and celebrated the arrival of the Year of the Horse with fantastic music, bubbles and prizes! Congratulations to … Continued