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The World Travel & Tourism Council Commends New Zealand Government for Reopening Its Borders to International Travellers

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Date: 18 March 2022

Julia Simpson, WTTC President & CEO, said: “After more than two years, we are thrilled with the news that New Zealand is to reopen its borders to international travellers once again.

“This will also come as welcome news to Travel & Tourism businesses in New Zealand and around the world, and I would like to thank the Prime Minister for bringing forward the reopening date, a move that will provide a boost to both jobs and the economy.”

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