Dr. Jonathan Austin, New Zealand Ambassador to China
Jonathan Austin has most recently been Divisional Manager, Pacific Regional at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade in Wellington. This division leads on New Zealandโs overall Pacific policy, geopolitics and security, engagement with partners, regional agencies, oceans and fisheries and labour mobility.
Dr Austin was New Zealand Ambassador to Indonesia (2019-2021) and High Commissioner to Singapore and Maldives (2016-2019).
Prior to moving to Singapore Dr Austin was Director, Intelligence and Assessment (and head of the National Assessments Bureau) in the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in Wellington. His previous career was in the New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, including as Divisional Manager of the Middle East and Africa Division.
From 2010 to 2012 he was New Zealand High Commissioner to the Kingdom of Tonga. This followed secondments as Senior Foreign Affairs Adviser to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and two years in the Regional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands where he was Deputy Special Coordinator and New Zealandโs senior representative.
Earlier diplomatic postings have included Pretoria, Dili (as New Zealandโs first Representative) and Nukuโalofa. In Wellington he has worked on development policy, organisational strategy, UN and human rights issues, Indonesia and Europe engagement.
Dr Austin was educated in New Zealand and the United Kingdom. He is married to Salote. They have two adult daughters.
Event Details
With the 8th Annual China International Import Expo (CIIE) just around the corner, the New Zealand Business Roundtable in China (NZBRiC) is delighted to host its signature CIIE Breakfast, this time with the New Zealand Ambassador to China Dr. Jonathan Austin.
This breakfast at Something Dining and Bar is a premier opportunity to gain critical insights and connect with key figures in the NZ-China business community before a busy day at the expo.
Agenda Highlights:
An opening address from the New Zealand Ambassador to China, Dr. Jonathan Austin.
An exclusive economic briefing from renowned economist and Eurasia Group's China Director, Dan Wang.
A panel discussion featuring some of New Zealand's top business leaders visiting for the CIIE.
Start your morning with a taste of New Zealand, enjoying Kiwi food and beverages provided by our generous members and a menu curated by Mr Craig Willis, a culinary Icon in Shanghai.
At the events close, save the travel hassle by taking the NZBRiC bus directly to CIIE with fellow attendees. Tickets sold separately.
Seats are limited. Secure your spot today to network with industry leaders and gain a competitive edge.
Tickets
NZBRiC Member Ticket
Member Price
If you're a member of NZBRiC, please select this ticket option. Price includes a New Zealand shared breakfast.
If you're not a member of NZBRiC, please select this ticket option. Price includes shared New Zealand breakfast.
As seats are limied, priority access will be given to NZBRiC members and visiting delegations from New Zealand. NZBRiC reserves the right to waitlist attendees who don't fall into these groups.
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