This report identifies the available information on foreign direct investment (FDI) from New Zealand into Asia and Asia into New Zealand and to provide a picture of the current magnitude, importance and potential growth of FDI from New Zealand into Asia.
Foreign direct investment (FDI) offers a way for New Zealand to enhance its economic relationships with the countries of Asia.
FDI enables investors to establish long-term relationships with businesses in fast-growing markets in Asia, and provides opportunities for potentially significant commercial returns.
This report provides a picture of the current magnitude, importance and potential growth of FDI from New Zealand into Asia. While many New Zealand businesses have already made major investments in Asia, the region clearly offers the potential for more.
Authors:
Jason Leung-Wai and Hugh Dixon