Updated 4 November 2025
Research and development (R&D) drives productivity and high-value jobs. By leveraging science, innovation, and technology, we add value to products and services, boost global competitiveness, and attract investment. Our goal is a system that empowers world-class scientists, universities, and research organisations to turn ideas into market-ready solutions. Our ambition is to drive a relentless focus on commercialisation and economic impact to meet the needs of a future-ready economy.
More young New Zealanders will have the opportunity to gain qualifications, paid work experience and industry connections through the expansion of the Earn as You Learn programme into the Hutt Valley, Bay of Plenty, Christchurch and Auckland from 2027.
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Earn as You Learn programme expands to four new regions
New Zealand’s gene technology rules are being updated to match scientific and technological advancements.
The Minister for Economic Growth is proactively releasing the titles of documents received from MBIE.
Updated 23 September 2025
Businesses thrive when they can tap into a workforce equipped with the skills to drive innovation and growth. Individuals thrive when they have the skills and qualifications to secure fulfilling and ongoing employment.
Updated November 2025
New Zealand’s economy relies heavily on exports from a range of sectors, including food and fibre, tourism, technology, and education. These industries are key sources of foreign income.
The Government has set an ambitious goal of doubling export value in 10 years. To achieve this, New Zealand must improve access to international markets, increase the value and diversity of its exports, and attract high-quality investment to boost productivity and support long-term growth.
Unlocking New Zealand's potential
Going For Growth sets out the approach the Government is taking to make New Zealand’s economy grow faster, to increase living standards and opportunities for all New Zealanders.
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is pleased to share with you our Long-term Insights Briefing: 'The future of business for Aotearoa New Zealand: An exploration of 2 trends influencing productivity and wellbeing – purpose-led business and use of blockchain technology'. Thank you to everyone who shared their knowledge and insights to inform the development of the Briefing.
This summary document shares key insights from meetings, sessions and written submissions from the May – June 2022 consultation phase on the draft version of the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment’s Long-term Insights Briefing: The Future of Business for Aotearoa New Zealand.
An exploration of two trends influencing productivity and wellbeing – purpose-led business and use of blockchain technology.
