New Zealand’s Serious Fraud Office (SFO) and the Commerce Commission have signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that formalises an enhanced framework for cooperation where their responsibilities overlap. The MoU sets out areas where either agency may have jurisdiction, approaches for determining lead responsibility, and conditions for sharing and retaining information. It is intended to support coordinated handling of complex or overlapping matters in line with legislative obligations.
Serious Fraud Office 2026-03-26
New Zealand's Serious Fraud Office and Commerce Commission sign Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen cooperation and information sharing
New Zealand’s Serious Fraud Office and the Commerce Commission have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance cooperation where their responsibilities overlap. The MoU outlines jurisdictional areas, lead responsibility determination, and information sharing conditions to support coordinated handling of complex matters.