Politics
CROSS-SPECTRUM
New Zealand foreign minister criticised for telling Chinese-born MP to leave the country
Foreign Minister Winston Peters sparked controversy after urging a Chinese-born parliamentarian to “go back to your own country” during a debate, prompting domestic criticism and a Chinese diplomatic reminder.
Foreign Minister Winston Peters sparked controversy after urging a Chinese-born parliamentarian to “go back to your own country” during a debate, prompting domestic criticism and a Chinese diplomatic reminder.
Why it matters
The remarks raise questions about racism in politics and could strain New Zealand’s diplomatic ties with China.
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