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The Japanese government has announced visa exemptions for 68 countries/regions including New Zealand are planned to resume from 12:00AM October 11th 2022.
This means that delegates attending the JNZBC Conference in Beppu no longer need to apply for a Business Visa or ERFS certificate.
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The 70th Anniversary of Japan/New Zealand economic relations was celebrated at Cordis Hotel in Auckland on 22 September. Nearly 100 people from various business and government organisations, including Ambassador Ito from the Japanese Embassy, attended the event. Dr Alan Bollard, Chair of the Infrastructure Commission, shared his thoughts on various infrastructure and economy-related topics. JNZBC Chair Ian Kennedy encouraged attendees to attend the JNZBC Conference which will be held in Beppu, Japan from 20-22 November. A fantastic night, with lots of dialogue amongst the attendees.
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North Asia CAPE are inviting up to six people to participate in a Japan Tourism Study Tour, where you will visit Tokyo and Beppu (famous for hot springs), as well as attend sessions at the Japan NZ Business Council Conference, and hear presentations from various tourism and business leaders.
Read moreThe agenda for the conference is shaping up well with an excellent line-up of speakers and moderators from both sides. Visit the Conference page for further details, including the registration process, draft conference programme, flights, visa applications, and hotel registrations. Click here for further details
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We had an amazing evening at the Mayfair Hotel in Christchurch. Deputy Mayor, Andrew Turner joined, and the Canterbury Employers' Chamber of Commerce promoted the event to their members. The timing worked well also for Tsuguyoshi Hada, Director of the Japanese Consular Office in Christchurch who spoke about their move to new office premises in Christchurch.
Claire Waghorn, Sustainable Transition Leader, Christchurch Airport, was the guest speaker, and spoke about the innovative programme of action underway at Christchurch International Airport to address climate change and cut carbon emissions. Her presentation is available in the Members Section.
Read moreCatherine and Jayne are thrilled to welcome Ian Kennedy, former Ambassador to Japan and the New Zealand Chair of the JNZBC onto the show. We hear his experience in the Japan/New Zealand relationship and the plans for future as well as the Beppu Conference in November 20-22, 2022. Ian has a depth of knowledge and passion for the relationship between our two countries and we are thrilled to share him with you in this episode.
https://www.jandalsinjapan.com/episode/eleven
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With regret and sorrow following the passing of Mr ABE Shinzo, former Prime Minister of Japan, on 8 July 2022, the Embassy of Japan in New Zealand would like to advice that condolence books may be signed in person at the Embassy of Japan in Wellington, the Consulate-General of Japan in Auckland and the Consular Office of Japan in Christchurch….click for further details.
Read moreThe Wellington Chamber of Commerce, Wellington City Council, Asia New Zealand Foundation, Embassy of Japan, and WellingtonNZ joined together for the Japan Business Breakfast on June 20.
Read JNZBC Chair Ian Kennedy’s report of the event.
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There’s a lot going on with much discussion about the direction of monetary and fiscal policy; uncertainty how long inflation will be with us and the degree to which it is stoked by domestic policy settings or largely imported; sharply divided views on Fair Pay Agreements; and concern about the dip in KiwiSaver balances and other disruption in the markets.
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During her time in Japan the Prime Minister met with Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and delivered a speech to the Japan-New Zealand Business Council. The Minister of Trade and Export Growth met with the Japanese Ministers of Foreign Affairs; Economy, Trade and Industry; Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; and the Minister in Charge of Economic Revitalization (including CPTPP). Auckland.
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The Minutes are now available in the Members Section
Read moreThe New Zealand Hydrogen Council's inaugural hydrogen conference, the H2 2 Zero Summit, will be held at Te Papa, Wellington on 3 & 4 May 2022.
This hybrid event will accomodate 200 delegates at Te Papa, Wellington, with provision also for live online streaming
The two-day Summit will bring together the entire value chain of those involved in the delivery of hydrogen initiatives across production, transport, storage, distribution and export and will include key international influencers and local industry leaders who are at the forefront of advancing the uptake of hydrogen as an integral part of our transition to a low emissions future.
To register please visit the conference website H2 2 ZERO Summit Special rates are available for New Zealand Hydrogen Council Members and students, and all categories are eligible for an early bird discount until Wednesday 6 April 2022.
Food and beverage (F&B) purchase decisions in Japan are primarily driven by health, taste and freshness. New Zealand F&B companies are well placed to capitalise in a rapidly growing functional and healthy food space.
This report provides an overview of sustainability, expected quality levels and e-commerce in Japan - including details of a New Zealand page established on Japanese e-commerce giant Rakuten.
The dates for the next Joint Meeting of the JNZBC are tentatively set for 20-22 November 2022 in Beppu, Japan. Please mark these dates in your diary.
Read moreNew Zealand’s goods exports to Japan were NZ$969 million in the final quarter of 2021 - up 30 percent compared to the same period in 2020. On an annual basis (January-December 2021), goods exports were up 1.5 percent on 2020, totalling NZ$3.6 billion – a record high since 2002.
Japan’s GDP rebounded 5.4 percent in the final quarter of 2021, or 1.3% on a seasonally adjusted quarterly basis, mainly driven by private consumption that grew +2.7% quarter to quarter.
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Read moreDid you know that New Zealand and Japan are celebrating the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations this year? The NZ Embassy in Japan are excited to unveil our commemorative logo! It incorporates the "hi no maru" and koru, symbolising new growth and opportunities between our two countries.
Read moreThe market size of Japan’s space industry is estimated to be NZ$15 billion (annual revenue), and is expected to grow to NZ$57 billion by 2050. Including space-adjacent sectors – e.g. services using location data from satellites – the market is predicted to grow to NZ$770 billion by 2050. Read more.
Read moreTo ensure New Zealand maintains global supply chain connectivity during the COVID-19 pandemic, MFAT’s network of Posts is monitoring the operation of New Zealand’s international sea and air freight connectivity. This report provides a snapshot of how global supply chains are functioning offshore, significant international initiatives affecting supply chains, and other issues of interest to New Zealand exporters and importers.
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Read moreThe 2021 conference was held for the first time as a webinar, connecting delegates in New Zealand and Japan via Zoom.
PROGRAMME:
Click here to view the Conference Programme.
JOINT CHAIR SUMMARY:
Click here to go to the Joint Chair Summary 2021 (ENGLISH)
Further information is available in the Member’s Section
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