A public forum, which explores the growing ties between New Zealand and China. The panel, Dr Nicholas Khoo (Senior Lecturer, Department of Politics, and specialist in Chinese politics), Professor Sarah Todd (University Pro-Vice-Chancellor, International), Phil Ker (CEO of Otago Polytechnic), Grant Bayldon (Executive Director, Amnesty International Aotearoa/New Zealand), Professor André Everett (School of Management) discuss the global impact of New Zealand-China trade relations. They also discuss issues such as education, religion, liberalisation and China’s rise as a major economic power.21 May 2013.