Incoming Government Brief, May 2025 Part 1 Part 2 ​

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This Department of Home Affairs incoming government brief outlines proposed briefings, deep dives, and ministerial decisions for the first four weeks following a May 2025 government transition. Week 1 priorities include legislation guidance, international engagement options, and obligations refreshers covering Freedom of Information and security requirements. Substantive briefing topics include cyber security coordination and the proposed National Office of Cyber Security, domestic security architecture strengthening, and matters related to NZYQ management and Third Country Removal (details redacted under s.47C(1)). Week 2 proposes deep dives on Operation Sovereign Borders, protective security for parliamentarians, critical infrastructure protection, the citizenship program, and migration strategy and intake (most details redacted). The brief notes decision-making on grants capability, cyber sanctions coordination with the Foreign Minister, and communications for the "Act Now. Stay Secure" cyber security campaign launched 11 May. Significant operational and policy