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Summit Overview

A Systems-Level Economic Engagement Platform

The Aotearoa Global Connect Summit 2026 is hosted by Pakistan New Zealand Business Council (PNBC), with support from ARehman Lab. This high level international summit brings together representatives from the Governments of New Zealand and Pakistan, industry leaders, investors, entrepreneurs, academics, professionals, community organisations, and students to strengthen economic engagement, encourage innovation, and create practical opportunities for long term collaboration. AGCS 2026 is designed as an outcome focused platform that connects industry, government, education, and community sectors through meaningful dialogue, strategic networking, and business engagement. The summit will explore opportunities across trade, technology, agriculture, education, manufacturing, logistics, tourism, investment, and emerging industries. The event aims to support stronger international partnerships by creating direct connections between businesses, institutions, policymakers, researchers, and future leaders. Participants will have opportunities to exchange ideas, build networks, explore investment opportunities, and engage in discussions that support sustainable economic growth and regional cooperation. The summit will provide a platform for: * Government and industry collaboration * Trade and investment engagement * Business networking opportunities * Innovation and technology discussions * Student and academic participation * Community and youth engagement * International partnerships and knowledge sharing * Cross sector collaboration and economic dialogue This is not a conventional conference. It is a practical engagement forum focused on partnerships, innovation, economic participation, and sustainable international collaboration between New Zealand, Pakistan, and global markets. Registration & Logistics: In-person event limited to 200 delegates Event Details: 📅 Friday, 26 June 2026 🕘 9:30 am to 5:00 pm 📍 AUT City Campus Auckland WG308 Te Iringa Hall 🎟️ Free Registration ☕ Morning Tea Lunch and Afternoon Tea Included Supported by: - Pakistan High Commission, New Zealand - Auckland Business Chamber - Consulate General & Trade Commission of Pakistan, Sydney - Special Investment Facilitation Council (SIFC) - Ministry for Ethnic Communities

Strategic Framework

Three Strategic Pillars

1

Ministerial & Diplomatic Strategy

Structured dialogue on bilateral corridor governance, economic security, and policy alignment beyond tariffs.

2

Industry & Digital Economy

High-value trade, AI adoption, technology scaling, and investment acceleration across emerging markets.

3

Academia & Community Leadership

Research commercialisation, labour market integration, diaspora-led diplomacy, and social cohesion frameworks.

Why It Matters

This is not a ceremonial forum.
It is a structured institutional platform.

  • Export diversification and sector scaling
  • AI and digital economy growth
  • Academic internationalisation
  • Youth and women leadership pathways
  • Industry–academia–policy collaboration

Shape Dialogue. Enable Trade.
Strengthen Bilateral Trust.

Friday, 26 June 2026Auckland University of Technology (AUT), WG308 Te Iringa Hall, Auckland, New Zealand

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