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What advice, if any, has he received on the implications for New Zealand of Australia and Fiji entering a mutual defence commitment to "act to meet common danger" without New Zealand as a party, following the treaty's signing on 6 July 2026?

Answered Question 32879 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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  • What advice, if any, has he received on the implications for New Zealand of Australia and Fiji entering a mutual defence commitment to "act to meet common danger" without New Zealand as a party, following the treaty's signing on 6 July 2026?

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Hon Chris Penk

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

Answer

I have not received any specific advice since 6 July. Defence officials have provided me with verbal updates on the Australia–Fiji agreement as it has progressed.