Further to his answer to written question 18961 (2026): what feedback, if any, did he receive when he was developing these priorities, and from whom?

Answer

As a new Minister in the portfolio, I have been focused on meeting with key Pacific stakeholders and community organisations to understand the priorities of Pacific peoples. During these engagements i have received a range of feedback in relation to the government's priorities for Pacific communities, including a need to remain focused on issues such as economic growth, health, housing, education, and law and order