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What discussions, if any, has the Minister or officials had with foreign counterparts regarding New Zealand's potential participation in Pillar 2 of AUKUS, since 7 April 2026, by date and location?

Answered Question 28921 (2026)
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Damien O'Connor

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What discussions, if any, has the Minister or officials had with foreign counterparts regarding New Zealand's potential participation in Pillar 2 of AUKUS, since 7 April 2026, by date and location?

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Hon Chris Penk

Member for Kaipara ki Mahurangi · National Party · Minister of Defence

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From time to time, as part of regular engagement with other countries, we will discuss AUKUS Pillar II. Most recently this occurred with counterparts at the Shangri-La Dialogue.