2018 World Indigenous Business Forum A major international platform to showcase Māori business, engage Indigenous people in global economic discussions and leverage indigenous trade. Ōhinemutu, Rotorua.
Posted by Te Ao Māori News on Monday, October 8, 2018
Facebook live broadcast of the welcoming ceremony
Today Māori Development Minister Nanaia Mahuta hosted a wānanga in Rotorua for ministers and delegates from Australia, Canada, Chile, and Mexico to promote international dialogue on indigenous business and trade opportunities.
She says, "It is an exciting opportunity for us to learn from one another and discuss the role that governments can play in supporting indigenous business development and trade on the world stage."
Mahuta says the interest from government, business and civil society to support indigenous people and their communities through economic development across the globe is growing.
"Whether developing new diplomatic relations or growing existing ones, this wānanga is a unique platform to help promote greater dialogue amongst our countries. We want to ensure that trade benefits all people, including indigenous people."
Mahuta says the government is committed to indigenous development and cooperation in order for trade agreements to deliver for all New Zealanders, including Māori.
