April 24 marks the International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace, New Zealand 🇳🇿 is part of the #UN multilateral system which uses diplomacy to advocate for peaceful resolutions to global conflicts.

Learn more here: un.org/en/observances…

Today Minister Paul Goldsmith landed in London 🇬🇧

High Commissioner Phil Goff was delighted to welcome the Minister and looks forward to a programme full of engagements

The catastrophic situation in Gaza continues.

It demands an immediate ceasefire and the unimpeded flow of humanitarian assistance.

That’s where the focus of the international community should be.

-WP

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New Zealand is gravely concerned by ongoing retaliatory actions by Israel and Iran, including Israel’s strikes today.

We reiterate that what is needed now is an immediate de-escalation by both sides.

-WP

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The Queen's Commonwealth Essay Competition 2024 is now OPEN!

The #QCEC 2024 theme is 'Our Common Wealth', and entries can be submitted via our website until 15 May:
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The Royal Family

#QCEC #OurCommonWealth #Commonwealth

An ongoing cycle of retaliation will only further exacerbate human suffering.

New Zealand will continue to speak up about illegal acts that take the region further away from peace.

-WP

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NZ stands with the UK and other partners in condemning Iran’s 13 April attack on Israel

📣 New Zealand condemns Iranian strikes

“We fully support efforts by those in the region, and beyond, to contain the tensions and protect innocent lives.” - WP

Press release by Winston Peters & Christopher Luxon ⬇️

beehive.govt.nz/release/new-ze…

New Zealand is concerned at reports that Iran is planning a retaliatory strike against Israel. We strongly urge regional actors to exercise maximum restraint and avoid escalation.

The Minister was pleased to meet UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron today.

They discussed:

-🇳🇿/🇬🇧 cooperation, incl in the Pacific;

-🇺🇦, incl 🇳🇿’s military contribution;

-the urgent need for ceasefire in Gaza; and

-geopolitical challenges in the Indo-Pacific.

Success for @NZdefence! 🛰

In a first for NZDF, a team from Defence Science and Technology (DST) will gain practical experience in space science and technology, following the successful launch of an experimental satellite payload.

The Foreign Minister has announced, during his ongoing visit to Egypt, $6 million in humanitarian assistance to those affected by conflict in Gaza and Sudan.

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Press release ⬇️

beehive.govt.nz/release/nz-ann…

الأمين العام لجامعة الدول العربية Egypt MFA Spokesperson

New Zealand welcomes the growing global commitment to ending the use of arbitrary detention for political leverage.

We are concerned at the continued detention of Evan Gershkovich and support those working for his release.

-WP