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Was New Zealand given an opportunity to review the text of the Australia–Fiji Ocean of Peace treaty before it was signed on 6 July 2026 and, if so, when?

Answered Question 32882 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • Was New Zealand given an opportunity to review the text of the Australia–Fiji Ocean of Peace treaty before it was signed on 6 July 2026 and, if so, when?

Answered by

Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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.