'Special Economic Zones' or energy precincts could be established to strengthen New Zealand's fuel and energy security, according to the Government.
Cabinet will consider a range of options in the first half of this year.
Associate Energy Minister Shane Jones says special economic zones - areas with less regulations - are already used widely overseas.
Infometrics Principal Economist Brad Olsen unpacks whether or not this is the way forward.
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