Government uncertain of purpose for Chinese warships in Tasman Sea
Wednesday 26 February 2025 · 3 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Christopher Luxon, David Seymour, New Zealand Defence Force
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon stated the government has not been informed why three Chinese warships are conducting exercises in the Tasman Sea. Acting Prime Minister David Seymour described the movement of the flotilla through the region as a tactical error.
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