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Has the Prime Minister consulted the Minister of Foreign Affairs on New Zealand's response to the United States request to join a coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz; if so, on what dates, and does the Prime Minister's position on the request differ from that of the Minister of Foreign Affairs?

Answered Question 18234 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • Has the Prime Minister consulted the Minister of Foreign Affairs on New Zealand's response to the United States request to join a coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz; if so, on what dates, and does the Prime Minister's position on the request differ from that of the Minister of Foreign Affairs?

Answered by

Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

The US request is still under consideration. As Prime Minister, my office, my department, and I are in regular contact with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and his staff regarding matters relating to the foreign affairs portfolio including on the Strait of Hormuz.