The New Zealand Initiative

New Zealand

A think tank in New Zealand that advocates for free market policies, focusing on policy development and public discussion to improve economic and social outcomes.

CCI Score

-2.04

June 19

Latest Event

Controversial Regulatory Standards Bill Proposal

The New Zealand Initiative played a key role in architecting a proposed Regulatory Standards Bill – dubbed a 'Trojan Horse' by critics – that many say was designed to constrain democratic lawmaking and favor corporate interests. This move has been linked to concerns over opaque lobbying and regulatory capture.

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BYSTANDER

The New Zealand Initiative is currently rated as a Bystander.

-1 to -4 CCI Score

Companies scoring here do little to oppose authoritarianism. Their inaction results in a passive endorsement of the status quo, as they neither actively resist oppression nor contribute to overt support for it.

Latest Events

DEC

15

2020

Controversial Regulatory Standards Bill Proposal
-36.93

The New Zealand Initiative played a key role in architecting a proposed Regulatory Standards Bill – dubbed a 'Trojan Horse' by critics – that many say was designed to constrain democratic lawmaking and favor corporate interests. This move has been linked to concerns over opaque lobbying and regulatory capture.
-50

Public and Political Behavior

June 19

The initiative’s involvement in shaping and promoting the Regulatory Standards Bill reflects a form of opaque political behavior that may undermine democratic oversight, aligning with tactics often seen in favor of corporate interests over public accountability.

The New Zealand Initiative - by Bryce Edwards
-70

Regulatory Capture

June 19

Critics have characterized the proposed Regulatory Standards Bill as a mechanism for regulatory capture—intended to restrict democratic processes and shield corporate interests—which reflects negatively on the initiative’s influence in policymaking.

The New Zealand Initiative - by Bryce Edwards
FEB

15

2019

Submission on Local Government Funding and Financing
32.86

The New Zealand Initiative submitted a detailed Issues Paper response to the New Zealand Productivity Commission addressing local government funding and financing issues. The submission advocates for a more devolved model that enhances local accountability, emphasizes greater local autonomy in funding decisions, and proposes innovative financing options such as revenue sharing and infrastructure bonds. Its recommendations aim to reduce centralized control and promote competitive, locally responsive governance.
+50

Economic and Structural Influence

June 19

The paper proposes economic reforms such as revenue sharing mechanisms, enhanced local funding options, and private sector involvement, all designed to empower local governments and reduce dependency on central control, thereby fostering economic decentralization in a way that counters authoritarian centralization.

Local Government Funding and Financing Issues Paper Submission by The New Zealand Initiative
+70

Public and Political Behavior

June 19

The submission supports enhanced local democratic engagement by advocating for decentralization and increased local accountability. This push for localized decision-making is in line with anti-authoritarian principles and reduces the potential for centralized, top-down control.

Local Government Funding and Financing Issues Paper Submission by The New Zealand Initiative