Asia New Zealand Foundation's 2026 New Zealanders’ Perceptions of Asia and Asian Peoples report

The Asia New Zealand Foundation's annual Perceptions of Asia survey tracks New Zealanders' awareness, knowledge and interest in Asia, offering insights into how views are shifting amid a changing regional and global environment. Now in its 29th year, the survey covers attitudes across multiple dimensions.

Dr Julia Macdonald, Director of Research and Engagement, will present the 2026 report's key findings followed by a Q&A session.