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It's hard to remember life before Friday 15 March at the moment. The Board of the LANZBC were shocked and saddened at the events that unfolded that afternoon two weeks ago and we, like the rest of New Zealand and the world, mourn the loss of 50 innocent New Zealanders.
We'd like to acknowledge the outpouring of support and condolences received from the Latin American nations. We are extremely proud of New Zealand's response - the compassion and support shown for those directly affected by the attack, and the nationwide embracement of the Muslim communities.
New Zealand may be small in size, but we are a multi-cultural nation with a huge heart.
Al salam alaikum - peace be upon you.
Simon
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Special thanks to our LANZBC Platinum Sponsors
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LANZBC WELCOMES NEW MEMBERS
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Gallagher Fuel Systems Ltd (GFS) leads the way with its innovative fuel dispensing and vapour recovery solutions. GFS has built an enviable reputation of being a leading manufacturer and supplier of products to the fuel retail industry. GFS’ fuel dispensers are used on approximately half of all filling stations across Australasia. Renowned for their reliability and meter accuracy, GFS fuel dispensers will soon be available throughout Latin America. READ MORE
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MilkTechNZ is a leader in designing CR-1 Electronic Cup Removers with the latest wireless technology and accessories for both Herringbone and Rotary Cow Sheds. Based in the Waikato, MilkTechNZ sells its product throughout New Zealand and through their Global dealer network. READ MORE
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LANZBC FOSTERING COLLABORATION WITH LATAM EMBASSIES
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LANZBC President Simon O'Connor and Executive Officer Heather Kawan were pleased to meet with the Mexican and Brazilian Embassies on a recent visit to Wellington. Future collaboration on trade and cultural events was discussed with both embassies, with enthusiasm from all parties on creating a series of informative and practical events for LANZBC members.
Simon and Heather were also very happy to meet Francisco Berninzon, the Deputy Head of Mission for the not-yet-opened Embassy of Peru, to introduce Council and discuss potential collaboration.
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EVENT REPORT: COLOMBIA READY FOR GLOBAL INVESTMENT
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LANZBC members and guests enjoyed breakfast and networking with a stunning view of Auckland from the 17th floor offices of PwC on 4th March, before sitting down to enjoy presentations from both Colombia’s Ambassador to Australia and New Zealand Jaime Miranda Bueno and Trade Commissioner Juan Carlos Jimenez, on the opportunities Colombia offers to New Zealand importers and exporters. READ MORE
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LANZBC BOARD NOMINATION PERIOD NOW OPEN
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LANZBC Members are advised that the Board Nomination Period, in which nominations can be made for the Board, has opened and will run until Monday 8 April. This year we will be electing two Directors to the Board. Details of the nomination process were emailed to LANZBC members on Monday 25 March. If you'd like more information, please contact Heather Kawan, Executive Officer.
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Don't forget to follow our LinkedIn page (click here) to ensure you keep up to date with LANZBC news, events and opportunities.
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MANUKA OPENS DAIRY TRAINING CENTRE OF THE SOUTH
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On 18 March, with more than 100 attendees, including local and regional authorities, representatives of dairy groups and collaborators, Manuka SA opened the Dairy Training Center of the South (CCLS), the first Chilean centre specialized in dairy production based on the New Zealand grazing system.
The institution, which has modern facilities located on the same site of the company (Hacienda Coihueco, 30 kilometres from the Osorno-Puerto Octay route), will offer to industry workers and to the community, teachings related to the production of milk based on the grazing technique, milk quality, animal health, agribusiness and human resources, among other specialties, thus, aiming to become an educational benchmark in Los Lagos Region and throughout the south of Chile. READ MORE
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UNIQUE ALL BLACKS TOURS TOUCH DOWN IN SOUTH AMERICA
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Viva Expeditions, New Zealand’s leading Latin America and Polar specialist, has become an official sales agent for All Blacks Tours in Argentina, with a deal signed between Viva, All Blacks Tours & NZ Rugby on 14 February 2019. As an authorised reseller of All Blacks match tickets Viva Expeditions can create holidays featuring All Blacks vs Argentina games, kicking off a new range of unique holidays in South America.
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Travellers can now enjoy an incredible game of rugby alongside experiences like wandering the ancient corridors of Machu Picchu, canoeing through the Amazon rainforest, riding horses with Gauchos and hiking across suspended walkways above the mighty Iguazu Falls. READ MORE
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Viva Expeditions are hiring! They're looking for a South America Travel Specialist to join their small but dynamic team. For the full job description and details on how to apply, click here.
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NEW ZEALAND / LATIN AMERICA DEVELOPMENTS
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TRADE NUMBERS SHOW PROMISING START TO CPTPP
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January trade statistics show that the Comprehensive and Progressive Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) is already delivering benefits to New Zealand, Trade and Export Growth Minister David Parker said earlier this month, with cheese exports to Mexico doubling in the month after the agreement entered into force relative to January 2018. READ MORE
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PARKER SIGNS AGRICULTURAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH MEXICO
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Minister for Trade and Export Growth David Parker headed to Mexico at the beginning of March for a series of meetings aimed at strengthening trade links with the Latin American nation.
While there, Minister Parker signed an Agriculture Cooperation Arrangement with Mexico’s Agriculture Secretary Victor Villalobos, in Mexico City on 6 March.
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BRAZIL OVERTAKES CHINA IN CONSUMER SENTIMENT, ACCORDING TO CREDIT SUISSE SURVEY
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Brazil has just overtaken China in terms of consumer sentiment, as the world's second-largest economy slows down and spending intention on big ticket items decline, according to a Credit Suisse survey released on Monday. The Credit Suisse Emerging Consumer survey, found that Brazil sits in second place in terms of overall consumer sentiment, behind India and ahead of China. READ MORE (Source: cnbc.com)
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BOLSONARO PRAISES VISA WAIVER FOR U.S., CANADA, JAPAN AND AUSTRALIA
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Following the announcement of a visa waiver for the U.S., Canada, Japan and Australia, which starts on June 17th, online searches for flights to Brazil increased as much as 36 percent from the four countries, according to President Bolsonaro. READ MORE (Source: The Rio Times)
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CHILE, ARGENTINA, PARAGUAY AND URUGUAY RE-LAUNCH BID FOR 2030 WORLD CUP
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Argentina, Chile, Paraguay and Uruguay have re-launched their bid to host the 2030 World Cup following a meeting of their presidents in Buenos Aires earlier this week. On Wednesday, the four national presidents committed to creating a local organizing committee with a representative from each country to coordinate with CONMEBOL, South American football’s governing body. They also decided to distribute the opening match, two semi-finals and final between the four potential hosts. READ MORE Source: Santiago Times
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WHY PERU MAY BE THE WORLD'S MOST SUSTAINABLE DESTINATION
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Peru has seen a flurry of development in the last few years, but the country and those working there are taking careful measures to make sure it’s done with integrity. In fact, Peru is the only nation in the world hitting what the Worldwatch Institute calls “the sustainability sweet spot,” with both high levels of human development and ecologically sustainable levels of resource consumption. READ MORE
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