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New Zealand Reaffirms South China Sea Ruling | Auckland News
New Zealand joins 14 nations in backing a 2016 international ruling that invalidated China’s South China Sea claims, sparking sharp rebuke from Beijing and raising tensions in bilateral ties. China’s ambassador calls the award illegitimate and accuses New Zealand of undermining diplomatic stability, while Wellington reaffirms its commitment to a rules-based Indo-Pacific — a stance echoed by the EU, which stresses the importance of freedom of navigation and respect for international law. Despite pressure, New Zealand remains firm, with no plans to back down. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…
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