John Key says economy will dominate 2026 election campaign
Former Prime Minister John Key predicts the economy will be the central battleground in New Zealand's upcoming election.
Former Prime Minister John Key has discussed how the economy is expected to become the dominant issue in the 2026 election campaign. He also touched on New Zealand's financial services sector, the country's future direction, and international matters including the Trump administration.
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‘The economy really is going to be the big thing that's going to be fought out’: John Key on 2026 election
Former Prime Minister John Key talks NZ’s financial services, the country’s future, Donald Trump, and how the economy is going to be the big election issue