New Zealand - China Free Trade Agreement.

Events

September 2008

New Zealand China Free Trade Agreement Regional Forum

Event Overview

"Maximise your China market potential"

The New Zealand China Free Trade Agreement Regional Forum will help your business to develop the capability needed to maximise the benefits of the FTA. You will gain an understanding of the content of the FTA and receive practical advice on doing business in China.

This is your opportunity to tap into the wealth of knowledge that independent experts, China-experienced companies, and government have about this diverse and dynamic market. The interactive workshops will provide excellent networking and business collaboration opportunities.

Key speakers include:

  • Carolyn Hughes - Independent China consultant and former China Trade Commissioner
  • Pat English - NZTE China Market Manager and former China Trade Commissioner
  • Representative speaker on the Free Trade Agreement
  • Local New Zealand companies with China experience

Who should attend?

  • Current exporters to China who want to refine their skills
  • Companies investigating business opportunities with China who want to take their first steps
  • Anyone with an interest in the FTA and Chinese business culture

This is an opportunity not to be missed. Register now to secure your place!

Programme and Registration Form

To register for the event please:

  • Click on the city you want to attend the event in to download the registration form.
  • Enter your details and payment information in the fields provided.
  • Save (if your version of Adobe allows it) or print the form.
  • Select the most appropriate method of returning the form:
    • mail to ChinaFTA@nzte.govt.nz
    • post to NZTE, PO Box 2878, Wellington 6140, Attn Kareen Dick
    • fax to 04 816 8101, Attn Kareen Dick

For help or further information contact Kareen Dick on 04 816 8267 or email ChinaFTA@nzte.govt.nz.

Napier

15 September

War Memorial Conference
Centre

Registration Form (PDF 803KB)

Nelson

16 September

The Honest Lawyer

Registration Form (PDF 803KB)

Tauranga

18 September

Sebel Trinity Wharf

Registration Form (PDF 803KB)

New Plymouth

23 September

Quality Hotel Plymouth International

Registration Form (PDF 803KB)

Palmerston
North

24 September

Hotel Coachman

Registration Form (PDF 803KB)

September (continued)

NZ Networking Function

Shanghai: 19 September

Casual business networking at O'Malleys (42 Taojiang Rd). No registration required to attend.


October 2008

Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair)

Guanghzhou: 15 - 20 and 25 - 30 October

The Canton Fair is the largest exhibition in China. The fair covers more than 150,000 types of products. Buyers come from all over the world (200,000 guests from more than 200 countries and regions). An International Pavilion has been created for overseas exhibitors. See the Canton Fair website

 

NZ Networking Function

Shanghai: 17 October

Casual business networking at O'Malleys (42 Taojiang Rd). No registration required to attend.

 

CCIEE Education Fair

Beijing: 8 - 10 October
Ji'nan: 21 October
Zhengzhou: 23 October
Nanjing: 28 October
Chengdu: 30 October

One of China's major education fairs, attracting participation from around the world.

 

Kiwi Club

Beijing: 31 October

Casual New Zealand community networking at the New Zealand Embassy in Beijing (1 Ritan Dongerjie). Passport may be necessary for entry.


November 2008

CCIEE Education Fair

Guangzhou: 1 - 2 November

One of China's major education fairs, attracting participation from around the world.

 

NZ Networking Function

Shanghai: 21 November

Casual business networking at O'Malleys (42 Taojiang Rd). No registration required to attend.

 

Kiwi Club

Beijing: 28 November

Casual New Zealand community networking at the New Zealand Embassy in Beijing (1 Ritan Dongerjie). Passport may be necessary for entry.


December 2008

Food Hotel China

Shanghai: 4 - 6 December

FHC is China's major food and beverage trade fair, attracting participation from international and local companies.

NZ Networking Function

Shanghai: 12 December

Casual business networking at O'Malleys (42 Taojiang Rd). No registration required to attend.

 

Kiwi Club

Beijing: 19 December

Casual New Zealand community networking at the New Zealand Embassy in Beijing (1 Ritan Dongerjie). Passport may be necessary for entry.


China - New Zealand events to promote?

If your Organisation has a China - New Zealand business or cultural event that you would like us to promote on this site, taking place either in New Zealand or in China, please contact:

Trade Policy Liason Unit
Ministry of Foregin Affairs and Trade
Email: tplu@mfat.govt.nz

 

  • Page last updated: 02 September 2008