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New Zealand bucking trend by making migration easier

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September 24, 2025

New Zealand is going to make it easier for migrant workers to move to the country in its latest attempt to boost the economy and workforce.

- SHWETA SHARMA

New Zealand bucking trend by making migration easier

While Donald Trump regularly promotes his armed crackdown on migrants in the US and Nigel Farage foments fury over migrants in the UK, New Zealand has taken a different tack. Announcing two new immigration routes for skilled workers, economic growth minister Nicola Willis said skilled and experienced migrants play an important role in plugging workforce gaps, and in turn help businesses to grow. The new residency options will be introduced from mid-2026.

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