New Zealand Is Trailing Its Allies Over Palestinian Statehood

New Zealand Is Trailing Its Allies Over Palestinian Statehood

There’s still time to show leadership.

NZ is trailing its allies over Palestinian statehood – but there’s still time to show leadership

ANALYSIS: By Treasa Dunworth, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau It’s now more than a week since Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced his government had begun to formally consider New Zealand’s position on the recognition of a Palestinian state. That leaves two weeks until the UN General Assembly convenes on September 9, where it is expected several key allies will change position and recognise Palestinian statehood. Already in a …

Delegation urges NZ Government: ‘Not Yet, and Not Until’ on Palestinian statehood

A  delegation of Christian and community leaders has issued a stern warning to the New Zealand Government, urging it to adopt a stringent stance on Palestinian statehood. They assert that any premature recognition risks rewarding terrorism and jeopardising peace efforts. The group—comprised of Pastor Nigel Woodley, Alfred Ngaro, Dr. Sheree Trotter, Dr. Ate Moala, and […] The post Delegation urges NZ Government: ‘Not Yet, and Not Until’ on Palest…

Delegation Urges Government: ‘Not Yet, and Not Until’ on Palestinian Statehood

Wellington, 19 August 2025 – A delegation of Christian and Community leaders has called on the Government to hold a firm line on Palestinian statehood, warning that premature recognition would reward terrorism and undermine peace. The delegation – Pastor Nigel Woodley, Ph.D., Hon Alfred Ngaro, Dr Sheree Trotter, Dr Ate Moala, and Bryce Turner – met with Foreign […]