8529 (2026). Hon Phil Twyford to the Minister of Defence

Written Question

Published date: 26 Mar 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	8529 (2026)
Question asked:	12 Mar 2026
Member asking:	Hon Phil Twyford
Portfolio:	Minister of Defence
Minister replying:	Hon Judith Collins
Answer received:	22 Mar 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_08529_2026
Document guid:	6592df0d-6929-4ecb-a291-38ad44177303

8529 (2026). Hon Phil Twyford to the Minister of Defence: What force protection measures are in place for New Zealand Defence Force personnel stationed at bases that may be considered potential targets in the current war in the Middle East?

Hon Judith Collins: Appropriate force protection measures are in place. For security reasons, the New Zealand Defence Force does not publicly discuss such detail, as disclosure could compromise the safety of personnel.