Events
Recent Events
Rhythms of Brazilian Cities: An Architectural Journey
Wed, 6 Aug, 2025
12:00 PM — 1:00 PM
Rhythms of Brazilian Cities: An Architectural Journey
Looking for a travel experience that blends world-class architecture, rhythms, flavours, and the hidden stories of some of Brazil's most iconic cities?
The Latin America New Zealand Business Council, in partnership with Debora Laub — Brazilian architect and trip curator — invites you to a special webinar presenting the itinerary of a unique cultural journey through Rio de Janeiro, Brasília, Salvador, and São Paulo.
Get ready for a visual journey!
Through stunning imagery, Debora will walk us through the trip’s concept, locations, and immersive experiences — all designed to showcase Brazil’s creative, historical, and contemporary cultural landscape.
Date: Wednesday, 6 August
Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm NZT
Language: English
Register now: https://bit.ly/3U5Hh7O
2025 LANZBC and LATAM Road Show
Wed, 16 Jul, 2025
5:30 PM — 9:00 PM
Eden Park Stadium
The Latin America New Zealand Business Council and LATAM Airlines have partnered to bring you the 2025 Latin America Roadshow!
This exciting event hasn't taken place in New Zealand for some time, and we are proud to bring it back – bigger and better – connecting you once again with the vibrant spirit, opportunities, and experiences of Latin America.
Experience the best of the region as tourism boards showcase their countries’ rich cultures, breathtaking landscapes, and unmissable destinations.
Discover exclusive deals and the latest updates from top wholesalers and companies across Latin America.
Connect with leading travel agencies and networks ready to craft unforgettable journeys for your clients.
Join travel experts at exclusive events across the region’s top cities – a unique opportunity to bring Latin America closer than ever before!
More InformationWebinar - Why Latin America Matters: Trade in a Changing Geopolitical Landscape
Mon, 16 Jun, 2025
10:30 AM — 11:30 AM
Join us for this insightful webinar for LANZBC members only
Why Latin America Matters: Trade in a Changing Geopolitical Landscape
Monday 16 June 2025, from 10.30 to 11.30am
Meet the speaker:
Juan Carlos Baker Pineda - CEO of Ansley Consultores Internacionales
Juan Carlos Baker Pineda is Mexico’s former Vice Minister of Foreign Trade and a key architect of the gold-standard Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), as well as the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
A world-renowned expert in trade negotiations, international trade, regional economic integration, and foreign relations, Juan Carlos now leads a consulting firm advising governments and global companies on international trade and strategy.
More InformationFieldays 2025
Wed, 11 Jun, 2025
10:30 AM — 12:30 AM
Site M31 - International Business Centre
'Innovating for Business Growth: Agritech in Latin America & the Opportunities for Collaboration'
Register Now for Fieldays 2025 – Don’t Miss This Incredible Lineup!
Date: Wednesday 11th June
Location: Site M31 | International Business Centre
Time: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
(Join us from 10:30 AM for networking and morning tea!)
Be part of a dynamic roundtable + Q&A session featuring a powerhouse speaker lineup:
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Hamish Marr – NZ’s Special Agricultural Trade Envoy and Canterbury seed & livestock producer, sharing firsthand insights from Latin America.
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Clovis Rossi – CEO of Brazil’s Granter, on tech, traceability, and Latin America’s VC potential for NZ businesses.
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Hamish Wiig – Gallagher’s GM for Latin America, discussing market entry, investment, and trust-building.
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Debra Hall – Chair of Mindhive Global, on how to scale manufacturing excellence and find the right Latin American customers.
Why Attend?
This is your chance to hear from trailblazers, forge valuable connections, and discover real-world opportunities in Latin America’s booming agritech sector.
Spaces are limited — secure your spot today!
Let’s shape the future of global agribusiness — together at Fieldays 2025.
More InformationCome and meet NZ's Ambassadors to Latin America & the Caribbean
Fri, 6 Jun, 2025
7:30 AM — 9:30 AM
AUT, Auckland City Campus - WZ Building Foyer
Business Breakfast with H.E. Gustavo Adrianzén, President of the Council of Ministers, Republic of Peru
Fri, 1 Nov, 2024
8:00 AM — 10:00 AM
Auckland University of Technology (AUT) - WG201
Join us for an exclusive Business Breakfast with H.E. Gustavo Adrianzén, President of the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Peru. This is a unique opportunity to hear directly from the Minister about:
- The current political and economic landscape in Peru
- Emerging sectors and investment opportunities
- Trade relations between Peru and New Zealand
This event is a must-attend for New Zealand businesses interested in expanding into the Peruvian market or enhancing existing relationships.
Dairy Industry Insights
Tue, 11 Jun, 2024
5:00 PM — 6:30 PM
LIC - 605 Ruakura Road, Newstead 3286, Hamilton
Join the LANZBC for a pre Fieldays networking evening. Don't miss the opportunity to hear from LIC's CEO David Chin, who will provide an update on NZ's dairy sector from LIC's point of view, and what that could mean for Latin American farmers in the future.
More InformationPeru: Build a better understanding of the business landscape and the trade opportunities
Tue, 28 Sep, 2021
10:00 AM — 11:00 AM
LANZBC and NZTE would like to invite you to take part in this very insightful webinar on why Peru matters:
- Find out more about Peru as a country
- Meet NZ Businesses that have succeeded in Peru
- Understand how NZ Businesses have rebounded from COVID in Peru
- Learn what trade opportunities there are
- Build a better understanding what Peru's CPTPP ratification means to NZ businesses
Join this webinar co-hosted by the LANZBC and Brendan Mahar, NZTE Market Manager Latin America, who will be joined by guest speakers: His Excellency Javier Prado Miranda, Sara Reyes NZTE Trade Commisioner - Chile, Peru and Bolivia, Mario Vargas Promperu Trade Comissioner Australia and New Zealand, Steve Dixon from STRACON (mining and construction), Rachel Williams from VIVA Expeditions Ltd (hospitality) and Michael Hales from Barenbrug New Zealand Limited (agriculture).
During the webinar you will have the opportunity to learn what it is like to do business in Peru and understand what the commercial and investment perspectives are, now that Peru has ratified CPTPP.
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