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Has any New Zealand official conveyed regret, explanation, or reassurance to the Government of the People’s Republic of China on his authority since 29 July 2026 in connection with remarks made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs in the New Zealand Parliament on that date; if so, on what date and in what terms?

Answered Question 35302 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

Question

  • Has any New Zealand official conveyed regret, explanation, or reassurance to the Government of the People’s Republic of China on his authority since 29 July 2026 in connection with remarks made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs in the New Zealand Parliament on that date; if so, on what date and in what terms?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

Answer

I am advised that no official has conveyed regret, explained, or reassured the Chinese Government regarding comments made by the Minister of Foreign Affairs in Parliament on 29 July 2026.