New Zealand Fiji Business Council
30 Anniversary and Annual Joint Conference
th
Thursday 15 June 2017
“Strong Relations Stronger Nations”
The New Zealand Fiji Business Council and our sister organisation the Suva-based Fiji New Zealand
Business Council are holding their annual joint conference in Auckland on Thursday 15 June 2017 at
the Pullman Hotel, Auckland.
The theme for this year’s conference is “Strong Relations Stronger Nations”
2017 marks the New Zealand Fiji Business Council’s thirtieth anniversary. The last 30 years has not
been without its challenges for New Zealand and Fiji; but trade and economic linkages have remained
resilient and underpinned our relationship over that time. The two business councils have played a
vital role in providing a line of communication for businesses in both countries and have worked
together effectively with regular business missions and engagement.
There is much to celebrate in 2017. Fiji is New Zealand’s largest trading partner in the Pacific. Twoway trade is in growth mode, with trade-in-goods totalling more than NZ$518 million last year. If we
add trade-in-services, tourism, investment and remittance flows to the mix, we have a dynamic
economic relationship approaching NZ$1 billion. Both business councils’ membership has grown in
response to this vibrant economic relationship.
This year’s conference will focus on how New Zealand and Fiji can continue to build a strong
economic partnership to the benefit of both countries.
Both Prime Ministers and Ministers of Trade from Fiji and New Zealand have been extended formal
invitations.
The day’s programme will cover topical and informative range of themes and speakers.
Registration details
Registration covers the full one day conference programme, cocktails and formal dinner
NZ$500.00 plus GST (member rate)
NZ$750.00 plus GST (non member rate)**
For attendance to the dinner only
NZ$150.00 plus GST
Dress Code:
Business Attire
Venue:
Pullman Hotel, Cnr Princes Street and Waterloo Quadrant, Auckland
Please complete the attached form and return to [email protected] no later than 1 June 2017.
For further information please contact [email protected] or phone 09 302 9932.
** Non-members on applying for membership will be considered by the Council and on approval will
be provided an annual membership to the Council to 30 June 2018.
Cancellation policy:
A 50% refund for cancellations up to 1 June 2017, cancellations after this date will not be refunded.
Substitute delegates are always welcome.
New Zealand Fiji Business Council
c/o Auckland Chamber of Commerce
P O Box 47, Auckland 1140, New Zealand
ddi. 09 302 9932 | mob. 027 675 1434
email. [email protected] | web. www.nzfiji.org
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