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What would the purpose, if any, be of a critical minerals framework with the United States?

Answered Question 1986 (2026)
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Teanau Tuiono

List MP · Green Party

Question

  • What would the purpose, if any, be of a critical minerals framework with the United States?

Answered by

Hon Shane Jones

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Resources

Answer

As the Minerals Strategy for New Zealand to 2040 set out, international cooperation on critical minerals is intended to strengthen critical supply chains and support economic growth.