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Is the Minister seeking to take equity stakes in critical minerals companies under his ring-fenced funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund?

Answered Question 5720 (2026)
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Asked by

Steve Abel

List MP · Green Party

Question

  • Is the Minister seeking to take equity stakes in critical minerals companies under his ring-fenced funding from the Regional Infrastructure Fund?

Answered by

Hon Shane Jones

List MP · NZ First · Minister for Regional Development

Answer

Advice and recommendations on the investment proposal and the most appropriate financial instrument will then be provided to decision makers for consideration.