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Question 18227 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    Has the Prime Minister released, or does the Prime Minister intend to release, correspondence between his office and the office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs regarding New Zealand's position on the US-led military action against Iran,…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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Any requests I receive for documents relating to the Government’s position on the Iran-US Israeli conflict will be assessed under the provisions of the Official Information Act 1982.

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Question 18228 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    What role did advisers within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet play in any communications with the office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs regarding New Zealand's public position on the US-led military action against…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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In my capacity as Prime Minister, I frequently request the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet to work with other agencies to prepare material to support the public explanation of New Zealand’s positions on international issues.

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Question 18229 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Did the Prime Minister seek or receive advice on whether any claim of self-defence under Article 51 of the United Nations Charter had been advanced by the United States or its coalition partners in relation to the military action against…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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I refer the member to my response to Written Parliamentary Question 18225 (2026). Background

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Question 18230 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    Did the Prime Minister, or any official acting on his behalf, communicate to the Minister of Foreign Affairs or his office a preference for New Zealand to offer more explicit public support for the US-led military action against Iran; if…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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The government’s position has been clearly laid out, including via a joint public statement from the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs on 1 March, and my Parliamentary Statement on 3 March. As Prime Minister, my office, my…

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Question 18234 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Has the Prime Minister consulted the Minister of Foreign Affairs on New Zealand's response to the United States request to join a coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz; if so, on what dates, and does the Prime Minister's position on the…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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The US request is still under consideration. As Prime Minister, my office, my department, and I are in regular contact with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and his staff regarding matters relating to the foreign affairs portfolio including…

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Question 18235 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Has the Prime Minister sought or received advice from the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the Ministry of Defence, or the New Zealand Defence Force on what military or other contributions New Zealand could or would be…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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In relation to the Strait of Hormuz, New Zealand has a longstanding record of working with likeminded partners to ensure open supply lines for trade. Any future decision for New Zealand to support multilateral efforts to ensure safe…

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Question 18236 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Has the Prime Minister sought or received advice from the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet on whether New Zealand participation in a US-led coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz would be consistent with New Zealand's…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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I refer the member to my response to Written Parliamentary Question 18235 (2026). Background

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Question 18237 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Has the Prime Minister discussed or considered New Zealand's response to the United States request to join a coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz with Cabinet; if so, on what date, and has Cabinet made any decision on the matter?

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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This issue is under consideration, and no decision has been taken.

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Question 18238 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Has the Prime Minister received any communication, whether directly or through officials, from the United States Government or the United States embassy in New Zealand requesting that New Zealand join a US-led coalition to reopen the…

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Rt Hon Christopher Luxon

Member for Botany · National Party · Prime Minister

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In my capacity as Prime Minister, I was advised alongside other Ministers on 29 April 2026 that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade had received a preliminary invitation to join a US-led coalition to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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Question 18303 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 27 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Hon Todd McClay

Member for Rotorua · National Party · Associate Minister of Foreign Affairs

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I refer the Member to the attached table. Two titles are withheld under Speaker's Ruling 199/6 as it is not in the public interest to release.

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Question 18304 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 27 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Hon Chris Penk

Member for Kaipara ki Mahurangi · National Party · Minister responsible for the GCSB and NZSIS

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I received the following papers during the week beginning 27 April. GCSB: - Budget 2026 finalisation (28 April) NZSIS: - Budget 2026 finalisation (28 April) Jointly GCSB and NZSIS: - National Security Risk Assessment for a payload permit…

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Question 18306 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 27 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade publishes a monthly list of titles of advice to Ministers, by the end of the month after the advice is provided, refer to that list, which can be found here:…

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Question 18336 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Attorney-General or their Office received during the week beginning 27 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Attorney-General

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None.

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Question 18408 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 27 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Chris Penk

Member for Kaipara ki Mahurangi · National Party · Minister responsible for the GCSB and NZSIS

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None.

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Question 18410 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 27 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Todd McClay

Member for Rotorua · National Party · Associate Minister of Foreign Affairs

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None.

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Question 18411 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 27 April 2026, by title and date?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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With the exception of Cabinet Appointments and Honours (APH) papers and minutes, all Cabinet and Cabinet committee papers and minutes must be proactively released and published online within 30 business days of final decisions being taken…

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Question 18441 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Attorney-General take to Cabinet during the week beginning 27 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Attorney-General

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The Attorney-General regularly receives aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, and other advice. In many cases, they attract privilege, including legal advice and litigation privileges. A list is provided below in response to…

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Question 18500 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What discussions, if any, has the Government had with the Australian Government about joint fuel stockholding arrangements, shared emergency reserves or coordinated purchasing from non-standard refining sources?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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No discussions have been held with the Australian Government about joint fuel stockholding arrangements, shared emergency reserves, or coordinated purchasing from non-standard refining sources.

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Question 18501 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What direct representations, if any, has the Minister of Foreign Affairs made to the South Korean Government regarding the continued supply of refined fuel to New Zealand, and has New Zealand sought any assurance that its term contract…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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Officials have been directed to discuss the impact of the conflict in the Middle East on global energy markets with the Government of the Republic of Korea at many levels. New Zealand has sought and received assurances from the Republic of…

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Question 18502 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What steps, if any, has the Minister taken to ensure the safe return to New Zealand of all citizens detained by the Israeli Defense Force following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters near the Greek island…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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Consular assistance for New Zealanders overseas is provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade and is an operational matter for the Ministry. The Ministry worked actively to gather information, provide advice to families, and…

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Question 18503 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    What steps, if any, has the Minister taken to ensure that all New Zealand citizens detained by the Israeli Defense Force following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters near Crete on or around 1 May 2026…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade has been in contact with the affected individuals and has provided extensive consular updates to their families. A number of family members contacted the Ministry within hours of the incident. The…

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Question 18505 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    What specific steps has the Minister taken to establish the safety and wellbeing of the New Zealand citizens detained by the Israeli Defense Force following the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters near Crete…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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New Zealand's embassies in Ankara and Rome (accredited to Greece) engaged directly with Israeli, Turkish and Greek authorities to establish the safety and wellbeing of New Zealanders who were detained. Regular medical care updates were…

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Question 18120 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Did any discussions regarding the treatment of New Zealand citizens in US immigration proceedings took place during the Finance Minister's recent visit to Washington DC for the International Monetary Fund and World Bank spring meetings in…

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Hon Nicola Willis

List MP · National Party · Minister of Finance

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No, because I was there to talk to international counterparts, about the economic impacts of, and responses to, the fuel crisis resulting from the Iran war, as well as US trade policy. I did not meet with anyone from ICE or the Department…

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Question 18121 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What specific advice, if any, is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade providing to New Zealand citizens who hold US green cards or work permits and who are considering international travel, in light of at least two New Zealand green…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides travel advice for New Zealanders living in an travelling to the United States through the SafeTravel website: www.safetravel.govt.nz/destinations/united-states-of-america This includes…

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Question 18122 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    When was New Zealand's SafeTravel advisory for the United States last substantively updated, and does the Minister consider that the current Level 2 ("Exercise increased caution") advisory adequately reflects the risks now facing New…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade's travel advisory for the United States was last updated on 22 December 2025 and remains current. The Ministry keeps all of its travel advisories under close review. The Ministry's travel advice…

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Question 18123 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Has the Minister personally raised the treatment of New Zealand citizens in US immigration detention with his US counterpart, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, or any other senior US official, if not, why not?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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No. The New Zealand Government is unable to influence the immigration decisions of other governments. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade provides consular support for New Zealanders detained overseas includes ensuring that New…

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Question 18003 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    Has the Government sought or received any assurances from the United States Government that New Zealand citizens with valid immigration documentation — including green cards and work permits — will not be subjected to arbitrary or…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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No. As is the case in New Zealand, operational immigration processes are the purview of the competent border authority of the country concerned. If a New Zealander was detained overseas without being informed of the grounds for their…

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Question 18004 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What protocols, if any, does the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade have in place for responding when a New Zealand citizen is detained by immigration authorities in the United States, including timeframes for making initial contact…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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The Vienna Convention on Consular Relations sets out the requirements of the host country to notify New Zealand consular officials that a New Zealander has been detained or arrested, if the New Zealand citizen requests it. The convention…

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Question 18005 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    Does New Zealand's Embassy in Washington DC and its consular network in the United States have sufficient resources and staffing to monitor and respond in a timely manner to an increasing number of cases involving New Zealand citizens…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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New Zealand's network of posts in the United States has sufficient resourcing to manage the consular workload in the United States.

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Question 18006 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    In September 2025, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirmed it was providing consular assistance to a New Zealand citizen in detention in the United States who had reportedly been held since August 2025 after being accused of…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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No. We cannot comment on individual consular cases for privacy reasons.

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Question 18007 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Can the Minister advise on what date the New Zealand Embassy in Washington first made contact with the detention facility, in relation to the case of a New Zealand mother and her six-year-old son who were detained by US Immigration and…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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The New Zealand Embassy in Washinton contacted detention authorities within 24 hours of being notified of this case. We are satisfied that consular officials responded in a timely way. Timeframes for a foreign government notifying New…

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18008, 18009 (2026)

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List MP · Labour Party

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    How many New Zealand citizens have been denied entry to the United States since 20 January 2025?

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    How many New Zealand citizens have experienced immigration difficulties in the United States from 20 January 2025 to the present date?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade does not hold a standalone figure for the number of New Zealand citizens "denied entry" to the United States. Between 20 January 2025 and 5 May 2026, 60 New Zealand citizens have sought the…

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Question 18010 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    How many New Zealand citizens or passport holders have sought consular assistance from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade due to immigration difficulties in the United States since 20 January 2025, broken down by (a) detention at a…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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Refer to WPQ 18008 (2026). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade does not hold statistics which breakdown this number by immigration case type.

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Question 18011 (2026)

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    How many New Zealand citizens or passport holders is the Government currently aware of who are being held in immigration detention in the United States, and how does this figure compare to the number held at equivalent points in the…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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As at 7 May 2026, we are aware of two New Zealand citizens in immigration detention in the United States. In May 2024, we were aware of no New Zealand citizens in immigration detention in the United States.

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18012, 18013 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    Has the Minister or his officials raised directly with US authorities — including through the US Embassy in Wellington or the State Department in Washington — the case of a New Zealand citizen who has been held in the Adelanto ICE…

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    Is the Minister aware that a New Zealand citizen who has resided legally in the United States for approximately 30 years on a valid green card, and who was returning to her home in Wisconsin after a family visit to New Zealand, was…

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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No. The New Zealand Government is unable to influence the immigration decisions of other governments. However, we can confirm the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade is providing consular assistance to the individual concerned and their…

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Question 17893 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    Does he agree with the content and tone of the joint statement on 16 April 2026 calling for a ceasefire in the conflict between the United States, Israel, and Iran that was signed by the Finance Minister on New Zealand's behalf?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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Yes, and refer to the response to WPQ 16746 (2026).

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Question 17482 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 20 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Hon Chris Penk

Member for Kaipara ki Mahurangi · National Party · Minister responsible for the GCSB and NZSIS

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I received the following papers during the week beginning 20 April. DPMC - Recommended responsibilities for Associate Minister for National Security and Intelligence (22 April) GCSB/NZSIS - Report on Upcoming Issues (24 April) It is not in…

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Question 17484 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 20 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Hon Todd McClay

Member for Rotorua · National Party · Associate Minister of Foreign Affairs

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None.

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Question 17485 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 20 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade publishes a monthly list of titles of advice to Ministers, by the end of the month after the advice is provided. Refer to that list, which can be found here:…

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Question 17515 (2026)

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Attorney-General or their Office received during the week beginning 20 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Attorney-General

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The Attorney-General regularly receives aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, and other advice. In many cases, they attract privilege, including legal advice and litigation privileges. A list is provided below in response to…

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Question 17587 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 20 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Chris Penk

Member for Kaipara ki Mahurangi · National Party · Minister responsible for the GCSB and NZSIS

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None.

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Question 17589 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 20 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Todd McClay

Member for Rotorua · National Party · Associate Minister of Foreign Affairs

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None.

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Question 17590 (2026)

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List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 20 April 2026, by title and date?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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With the exception of Cabinet Appointments and Honours (APH) papers and minutes, all Cabinet and Cabinet committee papers and minutes must be proactively released and published online within 30 business days of final decisions being taken…

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Question 17620 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Attorney-General take to Cabinet during the week beginning 20 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Attorney-General

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None.

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Question 16544 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Attorney-General take to Cabinet during the week beginning 13 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Attorney-General

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None.

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Question 16574 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 13 April 2026, by title and date?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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With the exception of Cabinet Appointments and Honours (APH) papers and minutes, all Cabinet and Cabinet committee papers and minutes must be proactively released and published online within 30 business days of final decisions being taken…

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Question 16575 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 13 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Todd McClay

Member for Rotorua · National Party · Associate Minister of Foreign Affairs

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None.

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Question 16577 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What papers, if any, did the Minister take to Cabinet during the week beginning 13 April 2026, by title and date?

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Hon Chris Penk

Member for Kaipara ki Mahurangi · National Party · Minister responsible for the GCSB and NZSIS

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None.

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Question 16649 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Attorney-General or their Office received during the week beginning 13 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Hon Chris Bishop

Member for Hutt South · National Party · Attorney-General

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The Attorney-General regularly receives aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, and other advice. In many cases, they attract privilege, including legal advice and litigation privileges. A list is provided below in response to…

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Question 16679 (2026)

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Vanushi Walters

List MP · Labour Party

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    What aides-mémoire, briefings, memos, notes, reports, or any other advice, if any, has the Minister or their Office received during the week beginning 13 April 2026, listed by agency, title and date received?

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Rt Hon Winston Peters

List MP · NZ First · Minister of Foreign Affairs

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I am advised that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade publishes a monthly list of titles of advice to Ministers, by the end of the month after the advice is provided. I refer the member to that list, which can be found here:…