Yes, in New Zealand, if a pedestrian crosses the road in front of you, you must slow down and give way to them, even if they are crossing under a red light. This rule is significant in ensuring the safety of all road users, particularly vulnerable groups such as pedestrians. Although crossing at a red light is a violation of traffic rules by the pedestrian, drivers have a responsibility to avoid accidents whenever possible. This includes slowing down or stopping if necessary to ensure the pedestrian can safely cross the road. Such a regulation emphasizes that a driver's responsibility for pedestrian safety takes precedence over strict adherence to traffic signals, reflecting New Zealand's traffic rules' fundamental principle of prioritizing human safety and protecting lives.