New Zealand Country Summary
Sanctions
No
FATF AML Deficient List
No
Terrorism
Corruption
US State ML Assessment
Criminal Markets (GI Index)
EU Tax Blacklist
Offshore Finance Center
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Anti Money Laundering
FATF status
New Zealand is not on the FATF List of Countries that have been identified as having strategic AML deficiencies
Compliance with FATF Recommendations
The latest follow-up Mutual Evaluation Report relating to the implementation of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing standards in New Zealand was undertaken in 2024. According to that Evaluation, New Zealand was deemed Compliant for 9 and Largely Compliant for 25 of the FATF 40 Recommendations. It remains Highly effective for 2 and Substantially Effective for 4 of the Effectiveness & Technical Compliance ratings.
Sanctions
There are no international sanctions currently in force against this country
Bribery & Corruption
| Rating | 0 (bad) - 100 (good) |
|---|---|
| Transparency International Corruption Index | 85 |
| World Bank: Control of Corruption Percentile Rank | 99 |
New Zealand is recognized for its low corruption levels, consistently ranking highly on Transparency International's Corruption Perception Index. The country enforces strict penalties for bribery, including prison time and fines, and actively participates in international anti-corruption agreements. With a favorable regulatory environment for businesses and efficient public service processes, New Zealand effectively curtails corruption through transparent institutions and rigorous law enforcement.
Economy
New Zealand's economy in 2023 was characterized by sluggish GDP growth and high inflation, exacerbated by global factors such as the war in Ukraine, which increased food and fuel prices. The new center-right coalition government has committed to creating a business-friendly environment by repealing recent labor laws and signaling intentions to loosen foreign investment restrictions, although supply chain security remains a concern following disruptions during the COVID-19 pandemic.
New Zealand has an open and transparent investment climate that encourages foreign investment, treating foreign investors equally to domestic ones after a screening process. While some restrictions exist in critical areas such as land and significant business assets, the government is committed to creating a business-friendly environment, as evidenced by the recent repeal of collective bargaining legislation and plans to loosen foreign investment restrictions in 2024.
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