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What role did advisers within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet play in any communications with the office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs regarding New Zealand's public position on the US-led military action against Iran, and on what dates did those communications occur?

Answered Question 18228 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What role did advisers within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet play in any communications with the office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs regarding New Zealand's public position on the US-led military action against Iran, and on what dates did those communications occur?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

In my capacity as Prime Minister, I frequently request the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to work with other agencies to prepare material to support the public explanation of New Zealand’s positions on international issues.