Political outlook.

The article offers a political outlook for New Zealand for 2011-2015. Political stability in the country, supported by a transparent political process, is seen to benefit the country over the forecast period. The National Party is expected to defeat the opposition Labour Party on the November 2011 elections if it will be able to maintain its popularity. Analysts think that the ties of Australia and New Zealand will deepen as they negotiate over developing a common border, pension portability and a joint investment protocol.