Participants benefited from expert presentations by Dr Rahul Sen and Dr Sadhana Srivastava of Auckland University of Technology, who examined the medium- to long-term opportunities arising from the NZ–India FTA, and by Mallika Janakiraman, Founder and Chairperson of Wahine Charitable Trust, whose presentation highlighted the role of Naari Shakti in advancing trade, leadership and intergenerational prosperity. The seminar underscored the growing contribution of women entrepreneurs and community leaders in strengthening bilateral engagement and economic growth.

The Consulate commends the NZ Hindu Women Forum, the Hindu Council of New Zealand, the organising team, speakers and participants for fostering an informative and forward-looking dialogue that supports stronger people-to-people, business and economic ties between India and New Zealand.