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The Foundation's Business Programme supports New Zealand companies to better understand Asia so they can make the most of opportunities in the region. It also supports to grow the next generation of Asia-savvy business leaders.

Law student’s internship opens doors to career and Japanese culture

For Auckland University of Technology student Tim Llanes, interning at the international law firm Hogan Lovells offered more than just a chance to apply his academic studies to real-world practice and launch his legal career—it also took him to Japan, a country he had long dreamed of visiting.

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Kiwi businesses shine at Shanghai’s mega trade expo

BusinessDesk journalist Riley Kennedy travelled to Shanghai, China, to attend the China International Import Expo (CIIE), where he observed first-hand the significant impact of New Zealand–China relations on trade and business. His visit was supported by an Asia New Zealand Foundation Media Travel Grant.

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From Aotearoa to Seoul: intern explores South Korea’s creative industry

Stepping off the plane in Seoul into a freezing winter's day, CJ Cultural Foundation intern Anna Tirikatene could have easily felt a pang of homesickness. Yet, despite the icy streets and freezing temperatures, she embraced the adventure ahead...

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The Foundation's business programme offers teriary-level business internships in Asia, leads sector-specific business delegations to the region and sponsors business leaders from Asia to speak at New Zealand conferences.

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Asia Business Leaders and Economic Thought Leaders Fund

The Foundation supports major business conferences and events to promote diversity among speakers and enhance their Asia content by helping to identify and fund speakers from Asia.

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The Asia New Zealand Foundation provides opportunities for young New Zealanders to intern with companies in Asia and New Zealand companies and organisations working extensively in the region.

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