APEC 2026: What New Zealand Businesses Need to Know

Presented by the New Zealand China Council and the Auckland Business Chamber

Supported by the New Zealand China Trade Association

As China hosts APEC 2026, business and government leaders from across the Asia-Pacific are coming together at a time of significant change in the global trading environment.

Join the New Zealand China Council and the Auckland Business Chamber for a breakfast briefing exploring what APEC 2026 means for New Zealand businesses and trade in our region, the priorities of New Zealand and China, and the voice business has through the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC).

Hear directly from senior representatives from government, business and the diplomatic community, followed by a moderated discussion and audience Q&A.

Confirmed speakers include:

• Andrew Jenks, New Zealand APEC Senior Official, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
• Anna Curzon, ABAC New Zealand Member and Stephanie Honey, Alternate Member
• H.E Mr Wang Xiaolong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to New Zealand

The event will also include an update on the Auckland Business Chamber and New Zealand China Trade Association’s planned business delegation to the APEC CEO Summit in Shenzhen.

Who should attend?

This event is designed for business leaders, exporters, importers, investors, professional services firms and anyone with an interest in New Zealand’s trade and economic engagement across the Asia-Pacific.

Registration

Tickets are $25 per person and include breakfast and networking.

Places are limited and registration is essential.