Liqin Mai – Advisor – China
Haina
Liqin supports New Zealand Māori Tourism as the Advisor – China, drawing on a wealth of experience in bridging relationships between Chinese organisations and government bodies, and New Zealand partners. Her work centres on fostering meaningful exchanges that honour Māori culture while building shared opportunities.
With a master’s degree in economics, Liqin’s career includes roles in international trade, economic development, and cross-cultural collaboration. She has contributed her expertise to a variety of organisations across China and Aotearoa, including Statistics New Zealand, Wellington City Council, Te Papa Tongarewa, and others.
In her spare time, Liqin enjoys the art of cooking, exploring the outdoors through hiking and swimming, and honing her skills at the table tennis table.