What’s at stake? Doubling the Māori economy by 2035 and unlocking billions in under-used land through reform, infrastructure, and investment.
Background: Māori hold 2.4 million hectares of land and manage $126 billion in assets; new legislation and trade links aim to accelerate development.
Main players: Minister Tama Potaka, Te Kapunga Dewes, Morris Pita, Māori trusts and authorities, and regional investors driving growth.
Māori land is entering a new phase of development, according to Māori Development Minister Tama Potaka.
His optimism comes from government reforms, growing investor confidence, and stronger regional partnerships creating momentum across farming, forestry, and horticulture.
