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Has the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, at any time since 29 July 2026, expressed agreement with, endorsement of, or support for the remarks he made during the general debate in the House on 29 July 2026, whether publicly or in any communication with a foreign government; if so, in what terms?

Answered Question 35375 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Has the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, at any time since 29 July 2026, expressed agreement with, endorsement of, or support for the remarks he made during the general debate in the House on 29 July 2026, whether publicly or in any communication with a foreign government; if so, in what terms?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

Answer

No, as it is would not be appropriate for MFAT to make any comment on remarks made in my capacity as New Zealand First Leader.