The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (the DCCI) recently announce that it will be forming the New Zealand Business Council (the NZBC). This is with the intention to encourage harmonious relationships between the United Arab Emirates and New Zealand. Its 50th country-specific business council was established via the DCCI. About 100 companies have signed up for the membership of DCCI together with companies with various industry practices like the healthcare sector, legal services, public relations, food, agriculture, trade, hospitality, etc.

It was widely recognised about the non-oil trade between the two countries which is increasing each year to an approximate of AED 2 Billion in the year 2018. Considering this trend, the volume of exports to New Zealand have been increased widely. New Zealand remains the top partners for trading for United Arab Emirates where both the communities would substantially benefit due to the Expo 2020.

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