Auckland: New Zealand will hold a high-profile investment summit next week to help grow the economy, create opportunities for Kiwis, and raise the standard of living for families. The New Zealand Infrastructure Investment Summit, scheduled for March 13-14 in Auckland, aims to showcase the country's infrastructure pipeline and growth sectors to international financial companies and institutions managing assets and funds worth approximately 6 trillion NZ dollars (3.43 trillion U.S. dollars), as stated by Infrastructure Minister Chris Bishop.

According to Namibia Press Agency, the summit will see participation from pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, and major banks, alongside delegates from the construction and engineering sectors representing 14 countries. Bishop emphasized that their presence underscores New Zealand's reputation as an attractive investment destination on the global stage.

During the two-day event, New Zealand government ministers will present the country's array of projects in sectors such as transport, health, education, courts and corrections, and resources. Additionally, four growth sectors-aquaculture, renewable energy, clean technology, and advanced transportation, including space technology-will be highlighted to potential investors.

The government has also taken steps to create a favorable regulatory environment for international capital, simplifying project initiation through reforms in foreign investment laws, immigration settings, and the establishment of fast track approvals. The summit will host attendees from a diverse range of countries including Australia, Canada, China, Denmark, France, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, the Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, Britain, and the United States.