Te Pāti Māori calls for swift action by NZ government and Defence Force on HMNZS Manawanui diesel spill in Samoa, urging cleanup and compensation.

Te Pāti Māori, a New Zealand political party, is urging the government and Defence Force to promptly address the diesel spill from the sunken HMNZS Manawanui in Samoa, which occurred three weeks ago. Co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer accuses the government of inaction and minimizing environmental concerns, calling for cleanup efforts and compensation for affected Samoan communities. She warns that neglecting these issues could harm New Zealand's relationship with Samoa.

October 27, 2024
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