紐西蘭宣布一項重大的長期科學與技術資助計畫
New Zealand announces major long-term science and technology funding plan
Updated at: June 10, 2026 at 09:15 AM
紐西蘭政府已為未來啟動了一項雄心勃勃的藍圖：科學投資計畫 (2026–2036)。
The New Zealand government has launched an ambitious new roadmap for the future: the Science Investment Plan (2026–2036).
這項策略性倡議旨在徹底改革該國的研究部門，從原本破碎且官僚的模式，轉向專注於經濟成長與國家韌性的精簡系統。
This strategic initiative aims to overhaul the nation's research sector, shifting away from a fragmented, bureaucratic model toward a streamlined system focused on economic growth and national resilience.
透過優先發展四大關鍵領域（包括初級產業、技術、環境永續性及社會健康），政府意在促進高價值就業機會與國際競爭力。
By prioritizing four key areas—including primary industries, technology, environmental sustainability, and social health—the government intends to boost high-value jobs and international competitiveness.
該計畫的一大亮點是成立「紐西蘭研究資助機構」(Research Funding New Zealand, RFNZ)，這是一個旨在集中決策權的單一獨立機構。
A major highlight of the plan is the creation of Research Funding New Zealand (RFNZ), a single, independent body designed to centralize decision-making.
此外，政府正將 1.22 億美元重新分配給 AI、航太及量子研究等先進技術，以解決這些領域長期以來投入不足的問題。
Additionally, the government is reallocating $122 million toward advanced technologies like AI, aerospace, and quantum research, addressing a historic under-investment in these fields.
為確保穩定性，現有的研究合約將保持不變，轉型過程將在未來十年內分階段進行。
To ensure stability, existing research contracts will remain untouched, and the transition will be phased in over the next decade.
透過採納類似新加坡與丹麥等創新驅動型經濟體的結構，紐西蘭期望能更好地平衡基礎研究與實務導向的創新。
By adopting a structure similar to successful innovation-led economies like Singapore and Denmark, New Zealand hopes to better balance fundamental research with practical, mission-led innovation.
各個優先支柱的具體投資策略預計於 2026 年 9 月提出，這標誌著紐西蘭科學界邁入了一個新紀元。
Specific investment strategies for each priority pillar are expected by September 2026, marking a new era for New Zealand's scientific community.
