Published: 03 Sep 2024
Category: Ministerial briefing
This publication provides the 27 May 2024 submission to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Minister of Defence, providing an update on key developments since the January 2024 submission AUKUS: Managing New Zealand's Strategic Interests.
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The pack comprises the following document:
- 27 May 2024 submission to Ministers: MoD 82-2024 AUKUS Pillar II Recent Developments and Progress.
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