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When was the New Zealand Defence Force or his Ministry first informed of the defence and security provisions contained in the Australia–Fiji Ocean of Peace treaty signed on 6 July 2026?

Answered Question 32880 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • When was the New Zealand Defence Force or his Ministry first informed of the defence and security provisions contained in the Australia–Fiji Ocean of Peace treaty signed on 6 July 2026?

Answered by

Hon Chris Penk

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

Answer

Under Speaker’s ruling 199/6, It is not in the public interest to respond to this question to avoid prejudicing New Zealand’s international relations and to protect the security interests of New Zealand.