Its role is to support New Zealand’s economic growth by helping businesses grow bigger, better, faster in international markets.

NZTE's strategy supports the Government's target to double the value of New Zealand’s exports by 2033/34.

NZTE has 10 offices in New Zealand and staff in 37 locations around the world, who work in partnership with New Zealand businesses to help them build strategic alliances, develop commercial relationships, boost capability and scale.

NZTE's focus is on international opportunities that match New Zealand's current / potential business capability and provide sustained economic benefit.

NZTE works with both investors and investees on investment opportunities to accelerate the growth of New Zealand.