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Further to reply 35391 (2026), did the Chinese Government in either telephone call use the phrase "solemn representations" or an equivalent formulation, and does he consider representations described by the lodging state as "solemn representations" to constitute a formal diplomatic protest?

Answered Question 37464 (2026)
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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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  • Further to reply 35391 (2026), did the Chinese Government in either telephone call use the phrase "solemn representations" or an equivalent formulation, and does he consider representations described by the lodging state as "solemn representations" to constitute a formal diplomatic protest?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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On the issue of comments made by the New Zealand First Leader in the general debate on 29 July 2026, the Member has already been provided, through replies to her many previous WPQs on the issue, all relevant information. The Members is welcome to avail herself of the Official Information Act if she still wishes to make further requests of information of this matter.