High level dialogue

The Council believes that high level dialogue, with the right people at the table, is a key element in moving the relationship forward: an element that the Council facilitates at every turn.
Unprecedented opportunities

The Council offers unprecedented opportunities for Members to engage with the highest levels of government and business in both countries. 
Strongest in 25 years

Secretary of State Hillary Clinton described US-NZ relations as the "strongest and most productive" in 25 years. The Council is working to make it even stronger.
Christchurch Earthquake

The Council has opened a segregated bank account entitled “American Friends of Christchurch” to facilitate tax deductible contributions for earthquake relief and reconstruction. 100% of deposits in this account will go to the Christchurch relief effort.
High-level engagement

The relationship between the United States and New Zealand is closer politically and economically than ever before.  
A strengthening relationship

The closer political and economic relationship between the United States and New Zealand is creating exciting prospects in trade and foreign policy.  
2011 US-NZ Partnership Forum, Christchurch

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Member Benefits

  • Facilitation of relationships, networking, and attention to specific policy or commercial issues.
  • Invitations to all US - NZ Council hosted events, such as luncheon roundtables, receptions, briefings, and dinners with top US and New Zealand leadership.
  • Active role in setting Council objectives and programs Opportunities to sponsor Council events.

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Current Council Members