New Zealand Asia Institute (NZAI)

NZAI undertakes research focusing on engagement with Asia, provides a forum for informed debates, and offers a bridge to Asia-related expertise and research within the University of Auckland.

NZAI draws on a wide body of knowledge, with a number of core research projects being undertaken by staff and PhD students.

The Strategic Advisory Board supports NZAI by acting as a link between the institute and leaders outside the University sphere.

Meet the NZAI team, Studies Centre Directors, research associates and visitors.

Meet our people

NZAI undertakes research focusing on engagement with Asia, and offers a bridge to Asia-related expertise and research within the University of Auckland.

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Find out about NZAI's four centres - China, Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia.

Stories about Asian market trends, transformation and growth, consumer profiles and more.

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See what's on at the New Zealand Asia Institute.

Our annual Asia Savvy conference explores the potential of Asia for ‘Asia-savvy’ graduates.

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View a list of publications produced or selected by the New Zealand Asia Institute.

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Here you will find working papers produced by members of the New Zealand Asia Institute.

How to contact the New Zealand Asia Institute.