Focus Taiwan 2025 is the premier platform for exploring the future of New Zealand–Taiwan business relations, co-hosted by the New Zealand Taiwan Business Council and the Taiwanese Business Association of New Zealand.

Building on the success of the 2022 event, which brought together leaders from government, business, and academia, Focus Taiwan 2025 returns with a forward-looking agenda examining new opportunities for trade, investment, and collaboration between two of the Asia-Pacific’s most dynamic economies.

The 2025 programme will feature keynote speakers from New Zealand and Taiwan, sector-specific panel discussions, and structured networking opportunities. Discussions will focus on priority sectors including advanced manufacturing, green technology, food and beverage, education, biotechnology, and digital services.

Preliminary Agenda:

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM -

Opening Remarks: Helen Chiang & Chris Tse, TBANZ & NZTBC

Session One: An Official Taiwan Market Update

A strategic outlook on Taiwan–New Zealand trade relations and market opportunities, led by key government and trade officials:

Kendra Chen, Director General, TECO Auckland
Howard Song, Director, Economic Division, TECO Wellington
Charles Finny, Chairman, NZ Trade & Enterprise (NZTE)

12:00 - 1:00 PM - Lunch& Networking

1:00 - 3:00 PM –

Session Two: New Zealand Business Opportunities in Taiwan

Sector-specific insights and case studies from leading voices in business and local government:

Her Worship Tania Tapsell, Mayor of Rotorua - Tourism and Cultural Exports: The Next Wave of Bilateral Growth
Wayne Mulligan, CEO, NZ Bio Forestry Ltd - Māori-led sustainability business engaging with Taiwan’s market
Josh Tan, Executive Director, Export NZ - From policy to practice: Driving export and trade development
Steven Chang, Wealth Adviser, JBWere & Director, TBANZ - Sharing insights on emerging AI investment opportunities and how innovation is reshaping the future of wealth strategy

3:00 - 4:00 PM –

Session Three: Taiwan - New Zealand Product Showcase & Afternoon Tea Networking

Discover premium products from both Taiwan and New Zealand. Enjoy refreshments while engaging in open networking and informal business matchmaking.

3:00 - 4:00 PM - Event Concludes