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Who initiated New Zealand's participation in the joint statement issued on 16 April 2026 calling for a ceasefire in the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, and when was she first approached to sign?

Answered Question 16752 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Who initiated New Zealand's participation in the joint statement issued on 16 April 2026 calling for a ceasefire in the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran, and when was she first approached to sign?

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Hon Nicola Willis

List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance

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His Majesty’s Treasury from the UK reached out to my officials on Tuesday 14 April with a proposed draft statement, on which we provided both feedback and confirmation of New Zealand’s support.