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International Relations Policy Framework

International Relations Policy Framework. COUNCILLOR JIMMY CHEN Christchurch City Council. Christchurch’s International Relations. Current focus on Sister City relationships, VIP visits Seven Sister Cities, one friendly city and six Sister City Committees

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International Relations Policy Framework

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  1. International Relations Policy Framework COUNCILLOR JIMMY CHEN Christchurch City Council

  2. Christchurch’s International Relations • Current focus on Sister City relationships, VIP visits • Seven Sister Cities, one friendly city and six Sister City Committees • 53 international visits to Council last year, frequent outbound trips by staff and elected members for a range of purposes

  3. Why an International Relations Policy Framework? • International relations is now much broader than Sister Cities – there is a wide range of organisations in the city that do international work • Key stakeholders in the city, some of which are new (ChristchurchNZ, DCL) are willing to work collaboratively towards a shared vision and implementation plan • Existing policies and strategies are outdated (International Relations Policy 2013, Sister Cities Strategy 2000)

  4. Council Resolution CNCL/2018/00132 • 1. Noted that a review of the International Relations Policy 2013 and Sister Cities Strategy 2000 is planned to take place during the 2018/19 financial year. • 2. Agreed that the International Relations Policy 2013 and Sister Cities Strategy 2000 be reviewed and replaced by a consolidated International Relations Policy Framework. • 3. Directed the International Relations Working Group to develop the International Relations Policy Framework for consideration by the Council. • 4. Noted that the Working Group may invite external stakeholders to provide input in development of the Policy Framework. In this regard the Working Group will consider a preliminary list of stakeholders to be consulted. • 5. Requested the International Relations Working Group to report the proposed International Relations Policy Framework to the Council through the Strategic Capability Committee with updates as necessary [postscript: the Working Group now reports directly to Council]. • 6. Agreed that Ngai Tahu be recognised as a Strategic Partner.

  5. Consultation Process • A series of workshops was co-designed and co-hosted by the stakeholder group • Total of six workshops held at CCC, CECC, ChristchurchNZ, and NZTE offices from mid October to late November 2018, each with a specific focus • Follow-up meetings held with senior leaders of core stakeholder group (ChristchurchNZ, CIAL, CECC, Ngai Tahu, Mayor)

  6. Stakeholders consulted Christchurch City CouncilNgāi TahuSister City Committees (x6)ChristchurchNZCECC Christchurch International Airport Development Christchurch Limited New Zealand Trade & Enterprise Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade • Tertiary institutions (UC, Ara, LU) • NZ China Trade Association • Asia New Zealand Foundation • Antarctica New Zealand • Lyttelton Port Company • Chinese and Japanese Consuls-General • Honorary Consuls (x5) • Christchurch Multicultural Council • Migrant & Community groups (x4)

  7. Draft IRPF – Key Elements Vision: Ōtautahi Christchurch is a city of opportunity for all – open to new ideas, new people and new ways of doing things. We are a city where anything is possible. We will engage with our region, nation and the world to enhance wellbeing in Ōtautahi Christchurch and grow an internationally relevant city. Our international work will be cohesive, proactive and targeted. Our Priorities: • 1. Strengthen international connections to attract and develop the best talent and ideas • 2. Increase the wellbeing of Christchurch citizens through a prosperous economy

  8. Draft IRPF – Key Elements What stakeholders will do together • Determining targeted international partnerships: city partnerships, agency partnerships, citizen & community partnerships • Structured planning and coordination: review of mechanisms, formalisation of city-wide planning and coordination • Ensuring partnerships remain beneficial over time: impact of our international partnerships to be monitored, and assessed against Council’s Community Outcomes and Strategic Priorities

  9. Draft IRPF – Key Elements Roles and Responsibilities • Christchurch City Council: Coordinate, Connect, Consolidate, Communicate. Represent and advocate for Christchurch, both nationally and internationally • Other stakeholders also to have responsibilities participating on coordination and collaboration work: NgāiTahu, CECC, ChristchurchNZ, CIAL, LPC, DCL, MFAT, international education sector

  10. Next steps • Council considers draft IRPF • Public consultation (if necessary) • Hearings (if necessary) • Council approves IRPF • Development of implementation plan (next slide, in draft by 2019 election date)

  11. Strategic Priorities:1. Strengthen international connections to attract and develop the best talent and ideas2. Increase the wellbeing of Christchurch citizens through a prosperous economy

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