'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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'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.
LISTEN ABOVE

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Brad Olsen: Infometrics Principal Economist on the Government's plan to set up Special Economic Zones for Marsden Point

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