International Trade Delegations

For over 165 years, the Auckland Business Chamber has been at the forefront of international trade, guiding New Zealand businesses into global markets while hosting international leaders here in Auckland. Through our inbound and outbound trade delegations, we equip businesses with the knowledge, tools, and relationships needed to flourish in the global arena. Whether you’re exploring opportunities in China, India, Brazil or other strategic markets, our delegations provide unparalleled access to key industry players, on-the-ground insights, and the commercial pathways required to take your company to new heights.

The Auckland Business Chamber and New Zealand Chinese Business Club invite you to join our 2026 business delegation to Chengdu, Mianyang and Chongqing (6–16 September).

Now in its fourth year, the delegation offers business matchmaking, government meetings, factory tours and cultural experiences — all fully organised for just $6,290 + GST. Accommodation, meals and all domestic transport are included. New Zealand passport holders enjoy visa-free entry to China.

The programme
The 11-day delegation departs 6 September and returns 16 September, visiting three destinations across southwest China. In Chengdu and Mianyang (Sichuan Province), delegates will meet with local government officials, attend business matchmaking conferences and tour local enterprises.

The final leg is Chongqing, one of China’s most dynamic cities, where the programme concludes with a farewell dinner on 15 September.

Previous delegations have visited Shanghai, Beijing, Hainan, Jiangxi, Fujian, Shandong, Jiangsu and Henan, with meetings at vice-governor level and visits to world-leading companies including CATL and Yutong.

What’s included
The delegate fee of $6,290 + GST covers everything on the ground in China: five-star hotel accommodation (single occupancy), all meals, domestic transport including high-speed rail, business matchmaking coordination, enterprise visits, government meeting facilitation, sightseeing, and a professional photography and videography crew. A pre-departure briefing and post-trip debriefing reception in New Zealand are also included.

International airfare is not included, though assistance with purchasing return tickets is available.

How to register
To express your interest, please complete the registration form below. You will need to provide your company name, contact details, number of participants and any special requirements.

Opening Global Markets for New Zealand Businesses

Each year, the Auckland Business Chamber leads outbound business delegations into some of the world’s most dynamic markets — creating opportunities for New Zealand companies to connect directly with industry leaders, government agencies, investors, and commercial partners abroad.

Our outbound programmes are designed to give businesses on-the-ground insight, high-level access, and practical pathways to enter, grow, or diversify in international markets. With the Chamber’s long-standing global relationships and deep market expertise, delegates gain intelligence and connections that simply cannot be replicated from New Zealand.

What Our Delegations Deliver

• Market Intelligence & Access
  Tailored briefings, site visits, and meetings offering firsthand understanding of regulatory environments, consumer trends, and commercial landscapes.
• Senior-Level Connections
  Direct engagement with international business leaders, government counterparts, chambers of commerce, and strategic partners.
• Curated Programmes
  Every delegation is designed around sector priorities – whether trade, investment, technology, education, manufacturing, or FMCG — ensuring commercial relevance and clear takeaways.
• Practical Pathways for Growth
  Delegates return with actionable insights, new partnerships, and clearer strategies for market entry or expansion.

Be Part of Our 2026 Outbound Missions
We will be announcing our 2026 outbound delegations soon, covering high-growth regions and priority markets for New Zealand exporters. If your business is exploring international expansion or would like to be considered for upcoming delegations, please get in touch with us:

Anna-May Isbey – International Engagement Advisor
e. [email protected]
m.+64 21 618 880

Connecting Global Leaders with New Zealand’s Business Community

The Auckland Business Chamber welcomes international delegations to Auckland, helping global businesses build meaningful partnerships across New Zealand’s commercial ecosystem.

We provide visiting delegations with targeted, high-value engagement – not general tours. Through our networks, expertise, and reputation, delegations gain direct access to senior industry leaders, and strategic opportunities.

Our Delegation Services

• Curated Industry Roundtables
  Tailored discussions connecting your delegation with senior New Zealand business and industry leaders – designed for real commercial outcomes.
• Private Delegation Venue
  A central Auckland base for meetings, events, and work sessions, with flexible spaces for groups of all sizes.
• End-to-End Coordination
  Agenda design, facilitation, interpreters, site visits, logistics, and concise post-meeting summaries – all managed by our International Engagement Team.
• Official Letters of Invitation (LoI)
  Issued in accordance with our Delegation Service Policy to support visa applications and protocol requirements.

Why Delegations Choose Us

• Direct access to senior industry and investment stakeholders
• Credibility and trust of New Zealand’s most recognised business organisation
• Programmes tailored to your sector interests
• A seamless, high-impact visit coordinated from one central point

For enquiries or bookings:
Anna-May Isbey – International Engagement Advisor
e. [email protected]
m.+64 21 618 880