New Zealand PM defends policies on gangs and smoking, amid criticism over tobacco tax breaks.

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon defended his government's actions, including new laws to combat gang activity and measures to reduce smoking rates, aiming for the Smokefree 2025 target. He addressed criticisms about tax breaks for tobacco companies, emphasizing fiscal prudence and New Zealand's lower smoking rates compared to other countries. Luxon also reassured the Parliament about his coalition government's efforts to improve outcomes for New Zealand.

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