United Nations Command on the Korean Peninsula: Future Mandate Options for the New Zealand Defence Force's Contribution

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The pack comprises the following document: 

• the June 2024 Cabinet paper and associated minute of decision United Nations Command on the Korean Peninsula: Future Mandate Options for the New Zealand Defence Force's Contribution  [CAB-24-SUB-0046 and CAB-24-MIN-0046].

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