New Zealand Moves to Block Climate Lawsuits, Citing Business Uncertainty

Wellington, New Zealand, In a significant policy shift, New Zealand's government is preparing to introduce legislation that will effectively block private legal actions against companies responsible for greenhouse gas emissions. Announced on May 11, 2026, the government's rationale centers on the argument that such lawsuits have created undue business uncertainty and have deterred investment in the nation's economy. Sources familiar with the administration's thinking…