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Will New Zealand’s election reshape its ‘softly-softly’ approach to Trump?

South China Morning Post5 November 2026, 02:30 UTCUnited States of America

Cost of living issues are expected to dominate this weekend’s election in New Zealand, but the outcome could also determine whether Wellington maintains its cautious approach to US President Donald Trump or pursues a more independent foreign policy, analysts have said. With the major parties locked in a close contest ahead of Saturday’s vote, the next government’s approach to Washington, as well as its defence priorities, could hinge on the smaller parties needed to form a coalition. Robert...

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