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Organisation

The New Zealand Initiative

Position paper

Open for minds: export education and recovery


Eric Crampton presents the case for why the New Zealand Government should quickly reopen the country's borders to international students.
Briefing paper

Reinforcing New Zealand’s trade relationships after COVID-19


The COVID-19 pandemic and economic lockdown means many countries are looking inwards. But global cooperation will be an important lever out of the economic and social consequences of the virus. This paper suggests that the New Zealand government should embrace the opportunity to reinforce its image as a clean, open and lawful nation.
Report

Lessons from abroad: South Korea's COVID-19 containment model


This report outlines seven key examples of South Korea's pandemic approach and shares the lessons for New Zealand.
Policy report

Relief measures: comparing COVID-19 wage subsidy schemes


The COVID-19 outbreak will likely lead to a significant economic recession. The NZ government's pandemic response has rightly prioritised maintaining employment and the ability of firms to recover quickly when the crisis abates. This report compares wage subsidy schemes in Canada and Australia with New Zealand’s.
Report

How bad might the lockdown be for jobs and income?


The author of this report discusses the economic impact the COVID-19 lockdown may have on the New Zealand economy.

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