@AmchamNZ

Business networking organization that exists to promote two-way trade, investment and education relationships between the USA and NZ.

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What does it take to turn an ambitious space dream into a practical commercial operation? During his visit to Christchurch, former aerospace regulator, Kelvin Coleman joined New Zealand aerospace leaders at the New Zealand Aerospace Summit and met with local companies to discuss testing, licensing, safety, and the path from innovation to flight. The conversation really took off when it came to turning bold ideas into real flights. As the former head of commercial space transportation at the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration, Kelvin brought firsthand experience of working with both startups and established aerospace companies. His visit marks the strong United States–New Zealand space partnership and innovation. Kelvin visited New Zealand through the U.S. Speaker Program, a public diplomacy initiative run by the U.S. Department of State. 🇺🇸🇳🇿🚀
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TravelGov
@TravelGovOct 13
REMINDER! If you renew your passport online, your current passport is immediately canceled when you submit your application. That means you cannot use it for international travel. Only renew your passport online if you have no travel planned for the next 6 weeks. Get step-by-step instructions and everything you need to know about the online renewal process here: travel.state.gov/renewonline
Text graphic that says “Passport Reminder! If you renew online, the passport you are renewing is immediately cancelled when you submit the application. You CANNOT use your passport for international travel once it is cancelled. Only renew online if you have no travel planned for the next 6 weeks. Travel.state.gov/renewonline”

ALT Text graphic that says “Passport Reminder! If you renew online, the passport you are renewing is immediately cancelled when you submit the application. You CANNOT use your passport for international travel once it is cancelled. Only renew online if you have no travel planned for the next 6 weeks. Travel.state.gov/renewonline”

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From the classroom to the lab, New Zealand is using local and United States expertise to build for the future. Most recently, major U.S. industry figure Kelvin Coleman visited Wellington and Auckland to exchange ideas with space agencies, researchers, students, and industry leaders. Drawing on more than three decades of experience in aerospace and commercial space transportation, he discussed how governments and businesses drive innovation while keeping safety at the center of space activity. There was plenty of space for big questions, and even bigger ideas. Thank you to everyone who shared their work and perspectives during Kelvin’s visit. These conversations strengthen both U.S. and New Zealand space communities. Kelvin visited New Zealand through the U.S. Speaker Program, a public diplomacy initiative run by the U.S. Department of State. 🇺🇸🇳🇿
Kelvin Coleman with the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand team in Wellington, exchanging perspectives on aerospace innovation and safety.

ALT Kelvin Coleman with the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand team in Wellington, exchanging perspectives on aerospace innovation and safety.

Kelvin Coleman with the New Zealand Space Agency team at MBIE in Wellington, sharing ideas on innovation, safety, and U.S.–New Zealand space cooperation.

ALT Kelvin Coleman with the New Zealand Space Agency team at MBIE in Wellington, sharing ideas on innovation, safety, and U.S.–New Zealand space cooperation.

Kelvin Coleman with staff from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, sharing perspectives on aerospace innovation and the future of space.

ALT Kelvin Coleman with staff from Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington, sharing perspectives on aerospace innovation and the future of space.

Kelvin Coleman with Dr Ben Taylor at the University of Auckland’s Te Pūnaha Ātea – Space Institute, exchanging ideas on space research and innovation.

ALT Kelvin Coleman with Dr Ben Taylor at the University of Auckland’s Te Pūnaha Ātea – Space Institute, exchanging ideas on space research and innovation.

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A few more well-earned congratulations from the AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards. Christchurch Engine Centre and Westpac were recognized for 25 years of American Chamber of Commerce membership. Twenty-five years is a serious commitment in any relationship, and certainly worth celebrating. Congratulations as well to Tristan Roberts, Partner at Inspire Labs, who was named AmCham Supporter of the Year. Strong institutions rely on people and organizations that keep showing up, contributing, and supporting others. It was a pleasure to help recognize them. Find out more about this year’s @AmchamNZ Awards here: amcham.co.nz/Latest-News/137… 🇺🇸🇳🇿
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Every established exporter was once an emerging exporter, usually with a good idea, a great deal of persistence, and considerably less sleep than advertised. Congratulations to Alimetry Ltd, winner of the Emerging Exporter to the USA Award at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards, celebrating New Zealand companies succeeding in the United States. Alimetry, Evre Self-Care, and Wai Mānuka are showing the imagination and entrepreneurship needed to enter and grow in the enormous U.S. market. Congratulations to these three ambitious Kiwi companies. The United States is open for business, and I look forward to seeing where they go next. Winner: @Alimetry_Ltd Finalists: Evre Self-Care and Wai Mānuka 🇺🇸🇳🇿 @AmchamNZ
Professor Greg O’Grady stands at a clear lectern holding a glass award, with “Winner Alimetry Ltd” displayed on the screen behind him.

ALT Professor Greg O’Grady stands at a clear lectern holding a glass award, with “Winner Alimetry Ltd” displayed on the screen behind him.

Professor Greg O’Grady smiles at the camera while holding a glass award and an envelope in front of an AmCham and sponsor backdrop.

ALT Professor Greg O’Grady smiles at the camera while holding a glass award and an envelope in front of an AmCham and sponsor backdrop.

Hon. Mark Mitchell presents Professor Greg O’Grady with Alimetry’s Emerging Exporter to the USA Award.

ALT Hon. Mark Mitchell presents Professor Greg O’Grady with Alimetry’s Emerging Exporter to the USA Award.

Professor Greg O’Grady and an interviewer sit in armchairs holding microphones, with U.S. and New Zealand flags displayed around the stage.

ALT Professor Greg O’Grady and an interviewer sit in armchairs holding microphones, with U.S. and New Zealand flags displayed around the stage.

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Health, life sciences and fast-moving consumer goods make for quite a category title, and an even more impressive group of companies. Congratulations to Wet & Forget Ltd, winner of the Health, Life Sciences & FMCG with the USA Award at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards, celebrating New Zealand companies succeeding in the United States. Wet & Forget, BLIS Technologies Ltd, and Zespri Kiwifruit–New Zealand Kiwi Holdings Inc. show just how varied New Zealand’s success in the United States can be, from biotechnology and consumer products to one of the world’s most recognizable pieces of fruit 🥝. Congratulations to the winner and all the finalists. 🇺🇸🇳🇿 @AmchamNZ
Wet & Forget CEO Andre Gargiulo discusses the company’s success in the United States during the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT Wet & Forget CEO Andre Gargiulo discusses the company’s success in the United States during the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

Wet & Forget CEO Andre Gargiulo accepts the Health, Life Sciences & FMCG with the USA Award at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT Wet & Forget CEO Andre Gargiulo accepts the Health, Life Sciences & FMCG with the USA Award at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

Hon. Mark Mitchell, Wet & Forget CEO Andre Gargiulo, and ANZ’s Gareth Coleman celebrate Wet & Forget’s win in the Health, Life Sciences & FMCG with the USA category.

ALT Hon. Mark Mitchell, Wet & Forget CEO Andre Gargiulo, and ANZ’s Gareth Coleman celebrate Wet & Forget’s win in the Health, Life Sciences & FMCG with the USA category.

Wet & Forget CEO Andre Gargiulo discusses the company’s success in the United States during the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT Wet & Forget CEO Andre Gargiulo discusses the company’s success in the United States during the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

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Yooo we got a schedule team! 👇 New Zealand-wide Alert: USAF C-17 aircraft Two United States Air Force C-17 Globemaster III aircraft are in New Zealand for training. During their time in New Zealand, they will be flying around parts of the North and South Island. The flights will be at low level (500-1000ft) between 9.00am and 3.00pm. We appreciate the community’s support and understanding while this international training is under way. All details below are subject to operational requirements and are weather-dependent and can change at short notice. Wed 7 Oct | Two USAF C-17s and one RNZAF C-130J Fly the North Island, departing Base Auckland along the east coast and then into Base Ohakea, completing air drops at Raumai. Departing Base Ohakea, transit to the west coast of the North Island and back to Base Auckland. Thu 8 Oct | Two USAF C-17s Fly the North Island, departing Base Auckland along the east coast and then into Base Ohakea, completing air drops at Raumai. Departing Base Ohakea, transit to the west coast of the North Island and back to Base Auckland. Fri 9 Oct | One USAF C-17 Fly high altitude along the west coast, through Milford Sound, Lake Te Anau and then over Queenstown. Back north via the Southern Alps before heading west at Nelson and back to Base Auckland via the west coast again. Sat 10 Oct | One USAF C-17 Fly high altitude along the west coast, through Milford Sound, Lake Te Anau and then over Queenstown. Back north via the Southern Alps before heading west at Nelson and back to Base Auckland via the west coast again. Sun 11 Oct | Two USAF C-17 Depart Base Auckland to Base Ohakea. 📷 @NZ_Trav
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Trade gets much of the attention, but investment is another essential part of the U.S.–New Zealand economic relationship. Congratulations to Bridgewest Venture Fund, the recent winner of the Investor of the Year - to or from the USA - Award at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards, celebrating New Zealand companies succeeding in the United States. Investment provides companies with more than capital. It can provide expertise, connections, confidence, and the occasional reminder that a spreadsheet can, in fact, contain exciting news. Congratulations to Bridgewest Venture Fund for helping strengthen economic ties between New Zealand and the United States. 🇺🇸🇳🇿 @AmchamNZ
Saum Vahdat, CEO of the Bridgewest Venture Fund, accepts the Investor of the Year (to or from the USA) award from sponsor Brian Sweeney, Chairman of SweeneyVesty, and U.S. Ambassador Novelly.

ALT Saum Vahdat, CEO of the Bridgewest Venture Fund, accepts the Investor of the Year (to or from the USA) award from sponsor Brian Sweeney, Chairman of SweeneyVesty, and U.S. Ambassador Novelly.

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“Frontier technology” sounds like something from a science-fiction film. In New Zealand, it’s apparently just another day at the office. Congratulations to Auror Ltd CEO and co-founder Phil Thomson, pictured accepting the Innovation and Frontier Technology with the USA Award at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards. The award celebrates New Zealand companies succeeding in the United States. Auror and fellow finalists Lumin and Virtual Eye Ltd are using Kiwi ingenuity to build technology with real-world impact and strengthen commercial connections with the United States. Congratulations to all three companies - the frontier looks to be in very capable hands. 🇺🇸🇳🇿 @AmchamNZ @AurorHQ
Auror CEO and co-founder Phil Thomson celebrates the award with Hon. Mark Mitchell and Rachel McDonald, Director of sponsor Ironside McDonald. Congratulations to Auror, winner of the Innovation and Frontier Technology with the USA Award.

ALT Auror CEO and co-founder Phil Thomson celebrates the award with Hon. Mark Mitchell and Rachel McDonald, Director of sponsor Ironside McDonald. Congratulations to Auror, winner of the Innovation and Frontier Technology with the USA Award.

Congratulations to Auror Ltd CEO and co-founder Phil Thomson on accepting the Innovation and Frontier Technology with the USA Award at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT Congratulations to Auror Ltd CEO and co-founder Phil Thomson on accepting the Innovation and Frontier Technology with the USA Award at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

Auror CEO and co-founder Phil Thomson discusses innovation and frontier technology during a stage conversation at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT Auror CEO and co-founder Phil Thomson discusses innovation and frontier technology during a stage conversation at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

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AmchamNZ retweeted
Rocket Lab
@RocketLabSep 30
We've just signed Electron's largest commercial launch contract ever: 20x new launches with Earth-observation constellation operator @synspective 🚀🦉 That brings the total number of Synspective launches on Electron to 47 - the most of any Rocket Lab launch customer. We're proud to continue building out their low Earth orbit constellation through to 2031.
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“Great to join the Southern United States Trade Association delegation recently at Halter’s Auckland headquarters, alongside agricultural leaders from Texas, West Virginia, Arkansas, and Alabama.  The group got a firsthand look at Kiwi ag-tech making real inroads in the United States, including autonomous livestock management and its potential to help bring former mining land back into productive use.  I come from the American Midwest, and technology that means fewer people chasing cows across paddocks sounds like progress to me.  Thanks to Andrew, Tom, and the Halter team for hosting us. The delegation also visited the Port of Auckland and Fonterra, getting a broader look at the innovation and scale behind New Zealand agriculture and trade.  Next stop, seeing Halter in action on-farm and finding out whether the cows and sheep are as impressed as we were.” - U.S. Ambassador Novelly 🇺🇸🇳🇿
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I appreciated the opportunity to sit down with Prime Minister Christopher Luxon up in Auckland recently.   New Zealand is a longstanding and valued U.S. partner, and our relationship is built on more than warm words. We’re working together to promote a free and open U.S.-Pacific, strengthen our defense partnership, expand opportunities for American and New Zealand businesses, and deliver practical results across the New Zealand and the Pacific.  It was good to discuss the strength of the U.S.–New Zealand relationship and the opportunities ahead. 🇺🇸🇳🇿
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More Kiwis are heading overseas these school holidays ✈️ Saturday 26 September is shaping up to be the busiest day for international departures, with almost 15,500 travellers expected to fly out. Check your flight and check-in zone: aucklandairport.co.nz/flight…
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New Zealand may be a relatively small country, but no one appears to have told its aerospace and security innovators. Congratulations to Dawn Aerospace New Zealand Ltd, winner of the Defence, Space and Security with the USA Award - and the Supreme Award winner at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards, celebrating New Zealand companies succeeding in the United States. Dawn Aerospace was recognized for its technological innovation, international ambition, and growing commercial presence in the United States, including plans to establish spaceplane operations in Oklahoma. Apparently, aiming high was taken literally. Congratulations as well to fellow finalists Gallagher Security, Hirtenberger Defence Technology Ltd, and Merlin Labs NZ Ltd. Together, these companies demonstrate the depth of innovation and ambition connecting New Zealand and the United States in some of our most critical sectors. Winner: Dawn Aerospace Finalists: Gallagher Security, Hirtenberger Defence Technology Ltd, and Merlin Labs NZ Ltd. 🇺🇸🇳🇿 @AmchamNZ
Dawn Aerospace was named both winner of the Defence, Space and Security with the USA Award and the Supreme Award winner at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT Dawn Aerospace was named both winner of the Defence, Space and Security with the USA Award and the Supreme Award winner at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

Ambassador Jared Novelly speaks at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT Ambassador Jared Novelly speaks at the 27th AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

A big night for Kiwi innovation. Dawn Aerospace Co-Founder and CEO Stefan Powell accepts the company’s award for its growing success in the United States.

ALT A big night for Kiwi innovation. Dawn Aerospace Co-Founder and CEO Stefan Powell accepts the company’s award for its growing success in the United States.

Dawn Aerospace Co-Founder and CEO Stefan Powell celebrates the company’s win alongside Hon Mark Mitchell and Air Marshal Kevin Ronald Short, CNZM.

ALT Dawn Aerospace Co-Founder and CEO Stefan Powell celebrates the company’s win alongside Hon Mark Mitchell and Air Marshal Kevin Ronald Short, CNZM.

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I enjoyed meeting Hon. Jo Luxton, Labour spokesperson for agriculture, biosecurity, and customs recently, for a valuable conversation about the longstanding relationship between the United States and New Zealand. I’m quickly learning that almost every important conversation in New Zealand eventually comes back to agriculture, and usually for very good reason. We discussed the deep agricultural connections between our countries, the importance of secure trade, and opportunities to strengthen bilateral cooperation. We also discussed the potential for greater access to fresh U.S. blueberries, which could give New Zealand consumers more choice and help provide affordable, nutritious fruit outside New Zealand’s domestic growing season. Thanks, Jo, for sharing your perspectives and for the thoughtful discussion. 🇺🇸🇳🇿
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What a fantastic evening last week celebrating the people and companies driving the U.S.–New Zealand economic relationship forward at the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards. Since arriving in New Zealand, I’ve loved meeting Kiwi business leaders and seeing firsthand their creativity, resilience, and ambition. These awards do more than recognize success. They highlight the bold ideas, sustained investment, and hard work strengthening ties across the Pacific and inspiring the next generation of entrepreneurs. Overachievers, one and all. It’s important for Kiwi businesses not to underestimate what they can accomplish in this world, particularly with a little help from their friends. They have friends at the U.S. Embassy, and the United States is open for business. Special thanks to Minister Mark Mitchell, an overachiever in his own right, for delivering the keynote and making the U.S. delegation feel so welcome. Congratulations to all the finalists and winners and thank you to AmCham New Zealand and DHL Express for a memorable evening. Over the coming couple of weeks, I’ll showcase and congratulate the winners and finalists in each category. There are too many impressive companies for one post. And, for once, that is an excellent social media problem to have. 🇺🇸🇳🇿 Photos from the evening 🔗 flickr.com/photos/126089228@… @AmchamNZ @MarkMitchellMP
A packed house for the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards, celebrating another year of U.S.–New Zealand business success.

ALT A packed house for the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards, celebrating another year of U.S.–New Zealand business success.

10. New Zealand Minister Mark Mitchell delivers the keynote address at the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT 10. New Zealand Minister Mark Mitchell delivers the keynote address at the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

6. Celebrating U.S.–New Zealand business connections at the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

ALT 6. Celebrating U.S.–New Zealand business connections at the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards.

Guests enjoy the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards, an evening showcasing entrepreneurship, innovation, and trans-Pacific business success.

ALT Guests enjoy the 2026 AmCham–DHL Express Success & Innovation Awards, an evening showcasing entrepreneurship, innovation, and trans-Pacific business success.

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Great to sit down with Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis recently to discuss the strong economic relationship between the United States and New Zealand. Economic conversations can quickly become a blizzard of charts, acronyms, and numbers with more decimal places than anyone asked for, but the opportunities are very real. We talked about ways to expand bilateral trade and investment, encourage innovation, and create new connections between American and New Zealand businesses. I look forward to continuing our work to turn opportunities across the Pacific into tangible results for both our countries. 🇺🇸🇳🇿 @NicolaWillisMP
Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis speaks with Ambassador Jared Novelly during their meeting in Wellington.

ALT Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis speaks with Ambassador Jared Novelly during their meeting in Wellington.

Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis speaks with Ambassador Jared Novelly during their meeting in Wellington.

ALT Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis speaks with Ambassador Jared Novelly during their meeting in Wellington.

Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis speaks with Ambassador Jared Novelly during their meeting in Wellington.

ALT Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis speaks with Ambassador Jared Novelly during their meeting in Wellington.

Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis speaks with Ambassador Jared Novelly during their meeting in Wellington.

ALT Finance and Economic Growth Minister Nicola Willis speaks with Ambassador Jared Novelly during their meeting in Wellington.

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Critical minerals are essential to economic prosperity, national security, and the technologies that power our modern world. Recently, Ambassador Jared Novelly and the U.S. Commercial Service hosted New Zealand Resources Minister Hon. Shane Jones and leaders from New Zealand’s critical minerals and extractives sector for a reception in Wellington. The United States is committed to working with trusted partners like New Zealand to build a more secure, reliable, and diversified global critical-minerals market. By connecting New Zealand organizations with American suppliers, technology, expertise, and investment opportunities, we can support growth and greater supply-chain resilience in both countries. The United States is ready to be New Zealand’s partner of choice in turning today’s opportunities into lasting, mutually beneficial investment. 🇺🇸🇳🇿
Melissa Hill, U.S. Commercial Diplomat based at the U.S. Consulate in Sydney, Australia, speaking to guests at the reception.

ALT Melissa Hill, U.S. Commercial Diplomat based at the U.S. Consulate in Sydney, Australia, speaking to guests at the reception.

New Zealand Resources Minister Hon. Shane Jones addresses guests at the critical minerals reception in Wellington.

ALT New Zealand Resources Minister Hon. Shane Jones addresses guests at the critical minerals reception in Wellington.

Ambassador Jared Novelly delivers remarks at a reception bringing together leaders from New Zealand’s critical minerals and extractives sector.

ALT Ambassador Jared Novelly delivers remarks at a reception bringing together leaders from New Zealand’s critical minerals and extractives sector.

Ambassador Jared Novelly welcomes New Zealand Resources Minister Hon. Shane Jones to a critical minerals reception hosted by the U.S. Embassy and U.S. Commercial Service in Wellington.

ALT Ambassador Jared Novelly welcomes New Zealand Resources Minister Hon. Shane Jones to a critical minerals reception hosted by the U.S. Embassy and U.S. Commercial Service in Wellington.

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Elite athletes. Startup founders. Investors. Researchers. One room. That’s a pretty good starting lineup. We brought Wellington’s sport and innovation communities together at the U.S. Embassy with Creative HQ and David Steele from Texas Plug and Play to tackle a big question: How can Wellington turn its sporting talent, technology and entrepreneurial firepower into a global sportstech advantage? David brought lessons from Texas and Plug and Play’s Sportstech ecosystem, alongside local expertise from Paul Ifill of SportBrain, and Belinda Edwards of Basketball New Zealand. The conversation continued with Kiwi founders through Creative HQ and at our 7th Innovation Reception at the Embassy. Beyond the Embassy, David kept it going - talking disability sport with D-Sport founder Dr. Catriona McBean, visiting NZCIS to connect with sport and innovation leaders, and Taiawa Tech Hub and The Atom at Victoria University to connect with students. That’s U.S.–New Zealand innovation ties at their best: connecting people, sharing expertise and creating opportunities for great ideas to travel in both directions. Huge thanks to Creative HQ, NZCIS, D-Sport, SportBrain, Taiawa, Victoria University, Basketball New Zealand, and everyone who joined the conversation. David was in New Zealand thanks to the U.S. Speaker Program - public diplomacy initiative run by the U.S. Department of State. 🇺🇸🇳🇿 Full photo album 🔗 flickr.com/photos/us_embassy…
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Twenty-five years after the September 11 terrorist attacks, the memories of that day remain with us. At Auckland’s Sky Tower, Consul General Melissa Sweeney joined New Zealand firefighters and members of the public to remember the lives lost, and to honor the extraordinary courage of the first responders who ran toward danger to help others. It was especially meaningful to mark this anniversary alongside Kiwi firefighters, united by the same spirit of service, courage, and sacrifice that we remember from September 11. We remember those we lost. We honor those who answered the call. We will never forget. 🇺🇸🇳🇿
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