Articles tagged with Invest New Zealand

Driving Innovation: Advancing New Zealand's Science and Technology Sector Towards Prosperity

1 month ago | 542 views

The speaker extends thanks and acknowledgments to various individuals for their contributions to advancing New Zealand's photonics and quantum sectors. The government emphasizes its commitment to investing in emerging technologies like quantum, AI, and advanced materials to drive economic growth and create high-value jobs. Reforms include consolidating Crown Research Institutes, establishing new public research organizations, and setting up advisory councils to prioritize national science investments and boost commercialization efforts.

Tags: Margaret Katrina Dr Cathy Foley Professor Frédérique Vanholsbeeck Robinson Research Institute New Zealand AI quantum synthetic biology Invest New Zealand

Parliament Passes Legislation to Establish Invest New Zealand for Economic Growth and Innovation

3 months ago | 779 views

Parliament has today passed legislation to formally establish Invest New Zealand, clearing the way for the new investment attraction agency to begin operations on 1 July 2025. “This marks a major step in the Government’s plan to grow the economy by attracting more international capital, businesses and talent into New Zealand,” Trade and Investment Minister Todd McClay says. “Invest New Zealand will have a clear commercial focus—working directly with global investors to unlock opportunities that create jobs, boost innovation, and lift our long-term productivity.

Tags: Government Invest new zealand Investment New zealand Rob morrison Todd mcclay