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Was a trilateral defence ministers' meeting between New Zealand, Australia, and Japan planned or proposed for August 2026; if so, will it proceed as planned; if it will not, what assessment, if any, has been made of the effect on New Zealand's defence relationships with Australia and Japan, including on New Zealand's evaluation of the Mogami-class frigate as part of naval fleet renewal?

Answered Question 36957 (2026)
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Damien O'Connor

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Was a trilateral defence ministers' meeting between New Zealand, Australia, and Japan planned or proposed for August 2026; if so, will it proceed as planned; if it will not, what assessment, if any, has been made of the effect on New Zealand's defence relationships with Australia and Japan, including on New Zealand's evaluation of the Mogami-class frigate as part of naval fleet renewal?

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Hon Paul Goldsmith

List MP · National Party · Minister of Defence

Answer

The member is referred to the response to question 36956 (2026).