Pacific nations failed to reach a consensus on a joint statement condemning China's recent missile test during a meeting of diplomats in Fiji. New Zealand's foreign minister expressed disappointment that the opportunity to issue a strong collective response was missed.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has spoken with Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters regarding his recent 'racist' tirade directed at a Chinese-born MP, though details of the conversation remain private.
New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters faced strong criticism from former PM Helen Clark and current PM Christopher Luxon for his remarks about a Chinese-born Green MP. The Chinese Embassy in New Zealand also expressed concerns to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade regarding Peters' comments.
China's envoy issued a rare rebuke after New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters told a Chinese-born opposition lawmaker to 'go back to your own country' during a parliamentary session, sparking a diplomatic incident.
The immigration minister has refused to release a document that Winston Peters claims would prove the government is 'covertly' changing migration settings for Indians, suggesting discrimination.
New Zealand's Winston Peters clashed with Palestine protesters at Parliament, later stating that the protest constituted an abuse of Parliamentary procedure.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon stated he was 'very relaxed' about a reported 'leak' by Winston Peters regarding the upcoming Budget's fees-free policy, joking he got 'Heathered' on the radio.
New Zealand's coalition government is in crisis talks after Winston Peters released emails concerning the Prime Minister's stance on the Iran war, sparking political tension.
A panel has ruled that Judge Ema Aitken, accused of yelling at Winston Peters, will not be removed from her job, despite her actions being deemed a "serious breach of comity."
The Speaker of the New Zealand Parliament has decided not to take action regarding allegedly 'racist' comments made by Winston Peters. This decision follows questioning of Peters by MP Carlos Xu-Nan, who was the target of the remarks.
Beijing has lodged a protest after New Zealand Foreign Minister Winston Peters, leader of a populist party, told a Chinese-born member of Parliament to 'go back to your own country,' with Peters refusing to retract his statement.
China has lodged a complaint with New Zealand's government following comments made by Foreign Minister Winston Peters. Peters reportedly told a China-born New Zealand lawmaker to 'go back to your own country.'
New Zealand's top diplomat, Winston Peters, drew a complaint from the Chinese embassy after making a controversial 'Go back to your own country' remark, leading to accusations of racism.
New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters has accused the government of covertly introducing discriminatory immigration rules targeting Indian citizens under a new Free Trade Agreement. He claims these changes include stricter visa tests.
New Zealand politician Winston Peters announced a significant allocation of $1 billion from the national budget to fund rail infrastructure, criticizing previous governments for neglect.
A US official stated that a truce with Iran has 'terminated' hostilities for the purpose of a war powers deadline. This comes even as Iran threatens a 'painful' response if US attacks resume.
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters has stated his party will not form a deal with the Labour Party, though National's Nicola Willis expressed skepticism about the claim.
Winston Peters has refused to apologize for his 'racist' comments following a meeting with the Prime Minister. In response, Labour leader Chris Hipkins has ruled out working with Peters as foreign affairs minister in any future coalition.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has defended Foreign Minister Winston Peters following Peters' controversial 'go back to your own country' comment, which has drawn strong criticism from Auckland's Chinese community. The community expressed hurt and offense at the remark, while Luxon acknowledged the comments were 'very offensive' but maintained his support for Peters.
Asian community leaders in New Zealand have condemned an insult made by Winston Peters, urging ethnic community members to use their vote in the upcoming general election.
New Zealand's ACT Party has criticized the National Party's potential move to implement a social media ban as 'very unwise,' a sentiment echoed by NZ First leader Winston Peters who called it a 'seriously big mistake.'
NZ First leader Winston Peters announced the party would vote for health and safety reforms due to coalition agreements but pledged to 'fix it' after the upcoming election.
A new poll in New Zealand indicates the National Party's support remains in the 20s, with Winston Peters gaining on Christopher Luxon as preferred Prime Minister.
New Zealand's Deputy Prime Minister Nicola Willis has criticized Winston Peters, suggesting a coalition breach following the release of emails related to the Iran war.
New Zealand politician Christopher Luxon has publicly criticized Winston Peters, holding NZ First responsible for Jacinda Ardern's time as Prime Minister.
New Zealand First leader Winston Peters announced a proposal to restructure the country's energy sector by splitting up energy gentailers during his State of the Nation speech, while also criticizing rival parties.