I have just returned from our Track II (non-official diplomacy) dialogues in two of our current priority countries, Thailand and South Korea, both of which are grappling with significant change.
Arts/News
Looking for shadows in Bangkok
Artist Paul McLachlan describes his time as an artist in residence at Surface Arts residency in Bangkok.
Research/News
A Place for New Zealand on China’s New Silk Road?
Chinese president Xi Jinping’s administration has put forward a new vision of regional development and has delivered an open invitation for countries like New Zealand to participate.
Media/News
Myanmar internship life-changing experience for journalist
Press reporter Emily Spink describes the month she spent working at the Myanmar Times in Yangon on an Asia New Zealand Foundation media internship.
Research/News
Filipinos celebrate old traditions and new beginnings in Wellington
Each year, thousands of tourists visit towns and cities all over the Philippines to experience famous parades and fiestas like Sinulog in Cebu City, Masskara in Bacolad, Dinagyang in Iloilo City, and
Entrepreneurship/News
Kiwi innovators to explore Vietnam tech opportunities
New Zealand tech entrepreneurs will experience Vietnam’s burgeoning tech industry on an Asia New Zealand Foundation visit.
Entrepreneurship/News
Thai innovators to build connections with New Zealand tech scene
Four of Thailand’s top entrepreneurs will compare notes on tech developments with New Zealand counterparts on an Asia New Zealand Foundation visit.
Media/News
Foundation media trip reveals dynamic India
Four journalists gained a small taste of the complexities and contrasts of a country of 1.3 billion people on the Asia New Zealand Foundation's first media trip to India.
LeadershipNetwork/News
'Walking the talk' on combating poverty
Growing up, Leadership Network member Johanna Peek always believed working hard was the key to success.
News/News
Sri Lanka and New Zealand – strong bonds of friendship
Aruna Abeygoonesekera, Sri Lanka’s Honorary Consul in New Zealand, chuckles when asked if he is a convert to New Zealand’s famed coffee culture.
Arts/News
Wellington Diwali: Indian music, food and dance to spice up the capital
Captivating artists and performers from four states of India will entertain audiences at Wellington's 15th Diwali Festival of Lights at Labour Weekend.
