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The New Zealand Herald

It’s happy hour for economists in NZ now

Economists often criticise government policies, but the new coalition government in New Zealand is a rare source of optimism. It aims to rectify past policy mistakes, prioritize sound principles of policymaking, and base decisions on data and evidence, signaling a positive change.

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The New Zealand Herald

Localism: The common thread in New Zealand’s emerging coalition

The upcoming New Zealand government faces political limbo as special votes are counted, giving time to consider the alignment of the potential coalition in terms of their commitment to decentralization. The National, ACT, and New Zealand First parties emphasize localism, promising a shift of power from Wellington to local communities, contrasting with the recent centralization efforts of the outgoing government. The potential coalition’s shared focus on empowering local communities could lay a strong foundation for the new government.

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The New Zealand Herald

AI’s potential to polarise society

In a world increasingly shaped by AI, the value of our own intelligence and education does not diminish. Instead, the returns on human capital could well increase because of the presence of AI.

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