Economic development

We focus on improving the well-being of New Zealanders by supporting our economy to become more productive, resilient and sustainable. We use our expertise in funds management, tourism, major events, firm-level investment, SMEs, digital technology impacts and other priority sectors to support the government’s objectives.

Events Transition Support Payment scheme (ETSP)

The Events Transition Support Payment (ETSP) scheme was designed to provide assurance to organisers of large-scale events, so they could continue organising our much anticipated events over 2022.

Reactivating Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland package

This support package helped to revive economic, social and cultural activities in New Zealand’s largest city over the summer of 2021/2022 and provided relief to those in hardship.

Circular Economy and Bioeconomy

MBIE has commissioned research on how Aotearoa New Zealand can reduce emissions, and lift the value derived from our biological resources.

Startup Advisors Council

We help to identify and address the opportunities and challenges facing high growth startup businesses in New Zealand.

COVID-19 data resources

We have been gathering data and information on the economic impact and recovery options of COVID-19, and data and statistics about managed isolation and quarantine in New Zealand.

Equitable Transitions Strategy

The Equitable Transitions Strategy has been discontinued as part of changes made to the first emissions reduction plan.

Just Transition

The Just Transitions programme was established to help share and coordinate the work of transitioning New Zealand to a low emissions economy.

The Just Transition programme is now closed.

Industry policy

The Government has launched a new approach to industry policy, aimed at growing more innovative industries in New Zealand and lifting the productivity, sustainability and inclusivity of our key sectors.

Digital Policy

The Government is enabling New Zealand to become a thriving digital nation — where our people, businesses and government are all using technology to drive innovation, improve productivity, and enhance quality of life for all New Zealanders.

Screen sector

We support the continuing success of New Zealand as a destination for screen activity, including film, television, digital effects and post-production work.

Growing the food and beverage sector

New Zealand is a major food and beverage exporter, with the industry accounting for 46% of all goods and services exports.

Māori economic development

We are the lead government agency responsible for coordinating the Crown Māori Economic Strategy and Action Plan.

Regional economic development

Government is investing in regionally focused initiatives to enhance economic development opportunities. Kānoa - Regional Economic Development & Investment Unit (Kānoa - RDU) has been established to support delivery of these commitments. We also have a suite of Regional Economic Activity Tools that present social and economic data on our regions.

Sector reports series

The Sectors Reports Series and the New Zealand Sectors Dashboard provides up-to-date information on all the industry sectors that make up the New Zealand economy.

Major events

The Government works in partnership with the event sector to support New Zealand’s growing reputation as an attractive destination for major events of global significance.

Long-term Insights Briefing on the future of business for Aotearoa New Zealand

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.