The Ministry of Defence is the Government’s lead civilian advisor on defence to enhance the security and national interests of New Zealand and its people. The Ministry also purchases major capabilities to be used by the personnel of the Defence Force.
Our vision is that the Ministry of Defence is a trusted defence partner, delivering four strategic outcomes:
- Plan: New Zealand’s national security is actively enhanced by cutting edge defence planning that is able to foresee strategic challenges, shapes defence policy to match them, and delivers a credible defence capability investment pipeline to respond to the world as we see it.
- Equip: The New Zealand Defence Force is equipped to meet the New Zealand’s defence and security needs. The Ministry will deliver major defence capabilities that are timely and fit for purpose.
- Partner: Our partners have confidence in the New Zealand Defence system. We provide a valuable contribution to addressing security challenges that impact New Zealanders. The Ministry is respected for our expertise.
- Assess: New Zealand understands the performance of the Defence system. A series of holistic assessments will demonstrate system credibility, support continuous improvement, and strengthen the Ministry’s ongoing advice to decision-makers.
Plan & assess
Provide long-range assessments and advice on New Zealand’s defence interests and challenges as well as assessing Defence’s performance and effectiveness.
Equip
Purchase major defence equipment for use by the New Zealand Defence Force as a defence capability.
Partner
Build and maintain strong Defence relationships and advise on possible deployments.