Episode 4

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26th Feb 2025

New Zealand as a Trust Jurisdiction: Corruption Rankings and Economic Resilience

Join host Kate Weiss, Managing Director of Asiaciti Trust New Zealand Limited, and guest Henry Brandts-Giesen, a partner at Dentons Kensington Swan, as they explore the impact of corruption perceptions and political and economic stability on jurisdiction decisions. Explore how New Zealand's low public sector corruption and geographic isolation make it an attractive jurisdiction for foreign trusts amidst global unrest. Delve further into the significance of transparency, beneficial ownership, and economic freedom in selecting the ideal trust location.

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About the Podcast

New Zealand Foreign Trust Podcast
Join host Kate Weiss, and fellow experts as they explore why New Zealand is a great choice for Investment Trusts. Kate is managing director of Asiaciti Trust New Zealand Ltd.
For more details go to www.asiacititrust.com/about-us/
Kate can be contacted at Kate.Weiss@asiacititrust.com

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Kate Weiss

Kate Weiss is Managing Director of Asiaciti Trust New Zealand Limited. Kate Weiss joined Asiaciti Trust in April 2020. She has a Law degree and a post-graduate certificate in Law and Economics from Nottingham Trent University, England. Kate has over 15 years of professional experience in trust and fiduciary services across the UK, BVI and Switzerland and has also spent time in private client legal practice. Kate is a full member of STEP with an advanced certificate in family business advice and fund administration. Kate heads the Asiaciti Trust business in New Zealand and has a wealth of experience in administering all types of structures for ultra-high-net-worth families and family businesses.