Science and technology
This section provides information, resources and guidance on our functions which support science and technology.
The science and innovation systems are critical to boosting the number of knowledge-intensive, internationally-connected firms. We are working to lift business expenditure on research and development, improve the benefits to the wider economy from business development assistance, and harness the potential of the digital economy.
The New Zealand Space Agency is the lead government agency for space policy, regulation and sector development.
We work to ensure that telecommunications markets operate efficiently, and the commerce and ICT infrastructure is well developed.