This page describes the corporate governance regulatory system, its objectives and our qualitative assessment of it. It also lists the main statutes and changes to regulation either planned or in progress.

In late 2023, we sought feedback on policy that will set the direction and pace of change for energy in New Zealand.

This page describes the petroleum and minerals regulatory system, its objectives and our qualitative assessment of it. It also lists the main statutes and changes to regulation either planned or in progress.

Following this consultation MBIE has now issued new Government Model Contract templates and updated the guidance for users.

New Zealand companies need investment and the right connections to be able to imagine more, produce more and achieve more for New Zealand.

Our Consumer Protection team report quarterly on New Zealand's consumer issues landscape.

In the future, New Zealand’s economy will have a different mix of sectors, jobs and skills. We will help communities to adapt and to benefit from the changes as we move to a knowledge-intensive, low-emissions economy.

MBIE manages board appointment processes for a large number of Crown entities, Crown entity companies, statutory bodies and advisory boards on behalf of responsible Ministers.

By setting rules and defining rights, MBIE allows business to operate effectively while protecting consumers from harm. MBIE supports consumers, tenants, landlords, workers and businesses by

Aotearoa New Zealand needs a business environment that is dynamic, where businesses can respond to new opportunities and resources are allocated to their most productive use.