Nearly ten thousand people took to the streets in New Zealand to protest the introduction of the controversial Treaty Principles Bill in Parliament. The bill calls for a reinterpretation of the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi (Te Tiriti) signed between the British colonial ruler and around 500 Indigenous Māori chiefs. It is essential that we protect the principles of partnership, participation, and protection that the Treaty embodies. Honouring Te Tiriti is the constitutional obligation of every Prime Minister – something Christopher Luxon must take personal responsibility for. It will be used to assist with the interpretation of legislation where Treaty principles would normally be considered relevant.

Source: New Zealand Herald November 15, 2024 21:06 UTC