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Regional New Zealand

  New Zealand is made up to two main islands, a population of 4.7 million, 16 Regions each with different attributes. Over half of the 40,000 Koreans living in New Zealand choose to live in Auckland, mainly around the North Shore area. However there are also many good opportunities throughout[…]

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New Zealand Business Culture

New Zealanders can be somewhat reserved, especially with people they do not know. Once they develop a personal relationship, they are very friendly, outgoing and social. Expect to receive respect from people and try to focus on being honest, direct, and demonstrating a sense of humour. Locals will trust you[…]

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Language

Kiwis speak very quickly and use a lot of slang. Even if English is your native language, this can be confusing. Don’t be afraid to ask people to slow down or repeat what they said. New Zealand has three ‘official’ languages: English; Māori and New Zealand Sign Language. Maori (Te[…]

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Immigration

South Koreans can visit New Zealand for up to three months without a visa, however they will require one to work or to do business here . Immigration New Zealand is responsible for issuing visa’s to people who want to work, set up a business or invest in New Zealand.[…]

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Culture

Korea is one of the most racially and linguistically homogeneous countries in the world.. It has its own culture, language, dress and cuisine separate and distinct from its neighbouring countries. Hard work, filial piety and modesty are characteristics esteemed by Koreans. They are proud of their traditional culture and their[…]

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Language

Koreans are very proud of their language. It is spoken by approximately 90 million people worldwide and is the official language in South Korea, North Korea and certain provinces in China (even though there are dialectic differences). Koreans will appreciate it if you make an attempt to use their language,[…]

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Geography

  The Korean Peninsula lies in the north-eastern part of the Asian continent. It is bordered to the north by Russia and China, to the east by the East Sea and Japan, and to the west by the Yellow Sea. In addition to the mainland, South Korea comprises around 3,200[…]

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Bilateral Trade

NZ – Korea FTA Guide In December 2015 New Zealand entered into a Free Trade Agreement with South Korea, delivering benefits to Kiwi businesses and promoting two-way investment. In 2017 New Zealand welcomed 89,168 Korean visitors and 7910 international students. Two-way trade topped 4 billion dollars.   Tourism South Korea[…]

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Government

The Constitution of the Republic of Korea determines the structure of the South Korean government. The Constitution has been revised several times since its first promulgation in 1948, yet retains many broad characteristics. The country has always had a presidential system with a relatively independent chief executive, with the exception[…]

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Economy

History Following the Korean war, the South Korean government needed to rebuild the country. The government selected firms in targeted industries and gave them privileges to buy foreign currencies and to borrow funds from banks at preferential rates. It also erected tariff barriers and imposed a prohibition on manufacturing imports,[…]

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