With the securing of two sizeable business deals last week across IMEA (India, Middle East and Africa), Regional Director Tony Martin shares some of the emerging opportunities in the region on the road to Expo 2020 in Dubai and how other businesses may benefit. 

New Zealand’s business and investment community can now apply for easier access to the United States. The implementation process of the 'KIWI Act', which passed through Congress last year, has been completed.

New Zealand is one of the first countries in the world to see the rising sun, and that’s the basis for Tourism New Zealand’s latest campaign - Good Morning World. The series features a new video each morning, for 365 days, of everyday New Zealanders greeting the world and welcoming them to New Zealand, emphasising the warmth of Kiwis. As one of our most significant export sectors, tourism continues to create jobs locally and build a preference for New Zealand goods and services internationally.

From launching rockets to some of the best visual effects on the planet, New Zealanders are innovators. This video gives a glimpse of New Zealand's ingenuity for global audiences. It sits as part of a suite of stories and collateral, building preference for New Zealand and our businesses. It's free to download and use at your next pitch, presentation, or on social media.

Want to find out more about a possible free trade agreement with the European Union, and other FTA talks currently underway? The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Export NZ, and Chambers of Commerce are holding public events near you from July to September. Ask questions, share your views and speak with negotiators. Dates and registration details here.

Palmerston North Chef Mark Harman will act as head chef at the Millennium Seoul Hilton to promote Kiwi cuisine.