Cantonese merchants facilitated early Chinese immigration to New Zealand and their social and business networks laid the foundation of the Chinese community in the South Pacific. They played a major role in the making of Chinese New Zealanders, against the background of New Zealand's changing relationships with China, Britain and others. Li revisits New Zealand Chinese history from the 1860s to the 1970s, focusing on these merchants.
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Cantonese merchants facilitated early Chinese immigration to New Zealand and their social and business networks laid the foundation of the Chinese community in the South Pacific. They played a major role in the making of Chinese New Zealanders, against the background of New Zealand's changing relationships with China, Britain and others. Li revisits New Zealand Chinese history from the 1860s to the 1970s, focusing on these merchants.
Pages - 229
Binding - Hardcover
Publisher - Chinese Poll Tax Heritage Trust
Publication Date - 2024-01-01
ISBN - 9780473699987