76506 (2024). Hon Dr Megan Woods to the Minister for Resources

76506 (2024). Hon Dr Megan Woods to the Minister for Resources: How, if at all, is ‘critical’ specifically defined in a New Zealand context in the definition of a ‘critical mineral’?

Hon Shane Jones: The definition of 'critical' Wood Mackenzie used to develop New Zealand's critical minerals list is: a mineral that is economically important to New Zealand and/or in demand by New Zealand's international partners, and vulnerable to supply disruptions domestically and/or internationally. More information can be found in its technical report 'New Zealand Draft Critical Mineral List" on MBIE's website.