New Zealanders see ties with Asia as increasingly important, survey shows
New Zealand’s recovery from COVID-19 will be closely tied to Asia’s, and new research from the Asia New Zealand Foundation shows more New Zealanders recognise Asia's importance to this country.
Business/News
Intern finds his feet in Vietnam after shaky start
Having spent time in Thailand the previous year, Ethan Laby arrived in Vietnam confident he knew what to expect. However, it wasn't long before he realised Vietnam was a whole new kettle of fish...
Resources/Report
New Zealanders' Perceptions of Asia and Asian Peoples - 2019 annual study
The latest Perceptions of Asia and Asian Peoples survey reveals that New Zealanders feel closer to Asia compared to five years ago.
Staff at the Foundation are now all back in the office, having reversed the process that took place three months ago when computers and monitors were lugged home and bedroom offices established.
Entrepreneurship/News
When the going gets tough...
The Foundation's Adam McConnochie takes a look at the big issues entrepreneurs in Southeast Asia are grappling with and how they are responding to these difficult times?
Education/News
Kapiti exchange student gets a taste of Japanese high school
Varenica Gunawan describes the two months she spent living the life of a first year Japanese high school student and living with a local family.
Business/News
Auckland’s Business Ecosystems – the Indian and Chinese experience
The contributions of Auckland’s Chinese and Indian business ecosystems was the subject of a Foundation panel discussion held online on 4 June.
Business/News
Thai space agency a blast for kiwi intern
As well providing an understanding of Thai aeronautics, Mikhael Sayat's internship opened the door for him to Thai culture, people and food, and numerous new friends in the world of aerospace.
Business/News
The personal touch: Maintaining business relationships with Asia in 2020
When face-to-face meetings are impossible, does conducting business online require a whole new set of cross-cultural knowledge? The Foundation's Alistair Crozier takes a look.
LeadershipNetwork/News
Q&A: Returning home an easy call for Hanoi-based Leadership Network member
We chat with Leadership Network member Ben O'Brien about being in Hanoi as COVID-19 first struck and get his take on how Vietnam responded to the ensuing crises.
TrackII/Article
Track II – NextGen
Find out about getting involved in Track II diplomacy through out NextGen programme.
Arts/News
My Heart Goes Thadak Thadak an homage to Bollywood westerns
We chat with writer and director Ahi Karunaharan about My Heart Goes Thadak Thadak and what inspired him to write the Bollywood-influenced play.
