The Christchurch Call, Disinformation, and the Role of Embassies
HE Laurence Beau, Ambassador of France to New Zealand
Wednesday, 8th October 2025 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Christchurch
James Logie 613, 20 Kirkwood Avenue, Upper Riccarton, Christchurch
Join the Ambassador to France, H.E Laurence Beau for a talk about fostering international cooperation.
Laurence Beau is an experienced diplomat, who has served in embassies in Latin America, the Seychelles, Southeast Asia, Australasia and Africa. She was named a Knight of the Légion d’Honneur in 2021.
Having served in New Zealand since 2022, we look forward to the Ambassador’s reflections on the NZ-French relationship.
The Ambassador will give a presentation on the work of her embassy, followed by a discussion with opportunities for Q & A from the audience, followed by opportunities to network. Some light refreshments will be available.
This is a free event open to UC staff, students, and the public.
Please RSVP using the register to the event link.
Join the Ambassador to France, H.E Laurence Beau for a talk about fostering international cooperation.
Laurence Beau is an experienced diplomat, who has served in embassies in Latin America, the Seychelles, Southeast Asia, Australasia and Africa. She was named a Knight of the Légion d’Honneur in 2021.
Having served in New Zealand since 2022, we look forward to the Ambassador’s reflections on the NZ-French relationship.
The Ambassador will give a presentation on the work of her embassy, followed by a discussion with opportunities for Q & A from the audience, followed by opportunities to network. Some light refreshments will be available.
This is a free event open to UC staff, students, and the public.
Please RSVP using the register to the event link.
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