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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.

Kiwi pet-industry entrepreneurs sniff out opportunities at Japan expo

In this article, we chat with Mister Loyal founder Meiken Bassant about taking part in the Foundation's pet industry delegation to Japan. During the visit, the group toured pet stores, met with officials, forged industry connections and attended one of Japan’s largest pet expos, Interpets. What Meiken discovered was a pet industry unlike any other — one that presents exciting opportunities for Kiwi businesses.

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Air NZ internship reignites passion for Japanese language and culture

Spending three months in Tokyo interning with Air New Zealand Japan was initially a daunting prospect for Grace Crysell. However, with the support of her colleagues, she quickly found her footing, putting her Japanese language skills to work and becoming an integral part of the team.

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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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