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Honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi:

Aotearoa New Zealand’s global relations should uphold the articles of Te Tiriti and support all indigenous peoples and their global movements, including movements to return land dispossessed by colonisation.

Ecological Wisdom:

The global ecological foundations that sustain life must be urgently protected and restored and be at the heart of our relations with the rest of the world.

Social Responsibility:

Global equity and justice are foundations for the security, prosperity, and resilience of all countries. The international system must act collectively to meet the diverse needs of communities, while advancing the common interests of people everywhere. While all countries share a common obligation to address global challenges, their responsibilities differ based on their historical contribution and capacity to act.

Appropriate Decision-Making:

International rule of law, and fair, impartial and transparent national and international institutions based in law, are key mechanisms to address global challenges. The self-determination of peoples is an essential step in the attainment of universal peace.