35334 (2026). Vanushi Walters to the Prime Minister

Written Question

Published date: 21 Aug 2026

Metadata

Document type:	Written Question
Parliament number:	54
Question number:	35334 (2026)
Question asked:	06 Aug 2026
Member asking:	Vanushi Walters
Portfolio:	Prime Minister
Minister replying:	Rt Hon Christopher Luxon
Answer received:	16 Aug 2026
Status:	Question Answered
Reply type:	Reply
Document ID:	WQ_35334_2026
Document guid:	2d13c244-9558-45e4-9250-148423fe352b

35334 (2026). Vanushi Walters to the Prime Minister: Does he agree the Minister of Foreign Affairs that "all diplomats are shills for their own country", if not, why not?

Rt Hon Christopher Luxon: While I would not use that language myself, I do agree that diplomats advocate for their government’s interests.