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Centres of Asia-Pacific Excellence

Centres of Asia-Pacific Excellence

The CAPEs form a hub of intercultural expertise for New Zealanders to prepare for and find success in the diverse and vibrant Asia-Pacific region: North Asia, Southeast Asia and Latin America

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Global Citizenship Education: progressing together in the Asia-Pacific

Heard about Global Citizenship Education but not sure what it's all about? Libby Giles, our Education Director, writes about the impetus and hopes driving the movement and what’s next for the growing GCED community.

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Mapping Buddhist law in Asia

Buddhist law influences many aspects of contemporary state law across Asia, but has not received the attention it deserves from scholars and legal experts, says Professor Ben Schonthal of the University of Otago.

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Understanding China through lightness and the blogosphere

The story of China’s independent China bloggers could help us come to terms with the multiplicity of our relationships with China, says Professor Paola Voci, of the University of Otago.

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New book lifts curtain on Rapa Nui 'theatre' traditions

'Rapa Nui Theatre: Staging Indigenous Identities in Easter Island' describes Dr Moira Fortin Cornejo’s experience living on Rapa Nui and gives rare insights into its fascinating performance traditions.

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Diversifying into New Asia-Pacific Markets: Pathways for NZ Businesses

Market diversification is vital as New Zealand businesses re-set and recover in the wake of Covid-19. The Asia-Pacific offers many diversification opportunities, but what should businesses consider when entering new markets in a complex and changing environment?

Working Towards Our Sustainable and Equitable Future in the Asia-Pacific

Working Towards Our Sustainable and Equitable Future in the Asia-Pacific

The Centres of Asia-Pacific Excellence assembled three leading academics and three tertiary students to talk about sustainability leadership, science and action from an Asia-Pacific perspective.

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Mexico: New Zealand's Base for North American Growth?

Mexico is New Zealand’s largest trading partner in Latin America and business links between the two markets are strengthening. Mexico offers New Zealand businesses options to grow their business and manage risks in evolving trade conditions.