National policies are statements containing principles and a broad course of action adopted by the national government in pursuit of a specific objective. They are used to guide decision-making towards the achievement of a stated outcome. National policies can cover a wide range of topics, from alternative care policies for children to environmental policies.

National policies are important because they provide a framework for government action and help to ensure that decisions are made in a consistent and coordinated way. They can also help to promote transparency and accountability by setting out clear goals and objectives that can be measured and evaluated over time.

Examples of national policies include New Zealand National Partys plan to rebuild the economy, restore law and order, and improve schools and healthcare, and The Nationals policies to fight for fair share for regional Australia, improve local healthcare and education choices, and protect local communities.