Reaction on world markets has been muted, he says.
It's unclear who actually pulled the trigger.
Chief economist says without tourism, intervening in currency is a blunter instrument.
Politics: Minor parties deserve scrutiny so voters understand their influence.
Dr Shane Reti has also been catapulted up the list.
Clark said it had become increasingly clear his role was ‘distracting’ the pandemic response.
Tourism operators are calling Minister Kelvin Davis ‘Casper’ over a perceived lack of engagement.
Plus a $10m fund has been set up for the Covid-19 ravaged domestic events sector.
Transport projects the biggest winners.
Without international tourism there’s only so far we can rebound, prominent economists say.