The National Party is vowing to end New Zealand's ban on gene editing and genetic modification, if elected into Government.

It's new Harnessing Biotech Policy would also streamline approvals for trials and use of non-gene editing biotech, in line with other OECD countries.

A regulator to ensure safe and ethical use of the technology would be created, while human embryonic modification wouldn't be allowed.

Director of Koi Tu: The Centre for Informed Futures Sir Peter Gluckman supports National’s policy proposal and he joined Kerre Woodham to give his thoughts on the policy and genetic modification.

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