Broadcasting, Communications and Digital Media Minister Kris Faafoi says allocation of a slice of the 5G spectrum to Māori will act as a "stepping stone" toward recognising Māori interests in the radio spectrum. So why has the Government allocated a slice of the 5G spectrum to Māori? So now we know who "Māori" are for the 5G spectrum, what is their argument for ownership? I am, of course, a supporter of Tukaki's advocacy work, including his efforts for Māori suicide prevention, but I am yet to be convinced spectrum is a resource "Māori should own". But, no matter how I look at it, I cannot see a logical, rational argument for the Government to give "Māori" a slice of 5G spectrum.

Source: Stuff December 20, 2019 19:52 UTC