What was the Consultation on Proposed Enhancements to Export Controls regime operations?
The Export Controls regime controls the export of strategic and certain other military end-use goods and technology, in line with Aotearoa New Zealand’s domestic and international obligations and commitments.
An independent review of the Export Controls regime, delivered in July 2021, found that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade administered the Export Control system consistent with its underlying intent and legislation. The review report also made a suite of recommendations on improvements to the design and implementation of the system, which the Ministry committed to implementing.
The consultation covered proposals to clarify the purpose of the Export Controls regime, revise the criteria used to assess export applications, and enhance transparency of the Export Controls regime’s operations. The proposed changes came into effect on 16th May 2023.
See documents below for more information.