Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region
Sydney ETO hosts Chinese New Year reception in Auckland to celebrate Year of Horse
About 150 guests from various sectors, including political and business circles, media, academia, community groups and government representatives, attended the reception. Among them were the Consul General of the People’s Republic of China in Auckland, Mr Chen Shijie; the Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage, Minister of Justice, Minister for Media and Communications and Minister for Treaty of Waitangi Negotiations of New Zealand, Mr Paul Goldsmith
“Hong Kong remains an important market for New Zealand’s premium products, including dairy, meat, seafood, and wine,” Mr Chong said.
Mr Chong also introduced the “Study in Hong Kong” brand, under which Hong Kong is positioned as an international post-secondary education hub. He welcomed students, researchers and young talent from New Zealand to pursue study and collaboration opportunities in Hong Kong.
The Sydney ETO will continue to host Chinese New Year receptions in different cities in Australia to celebrate the Year of the Horse with local communities.
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