10 Highlights

• Protests in New Zealand intensify as a controversial bill seeks to redefine the Treaty of Waitangi principles.
• Māori MPs, including Hana-Rawhiti Maipi-Clarke, interrupted a parliamentary session with a powerful haka.
• • The bill proposes changes to a 200-year-old treaty between Māori and the Crown, sparking heated opposition.
  • The Māori community fears that the bill could erode vital treaty rights and exacerbate racial tensions.
  • Led by Maipi-Clarke, thousands marched in Wellington, showcasing solidarity against the proposed bill.
  • The haka disrupted proceedings, forcing Act Party leader David Seymour to halt the parliamentary session.
  • Despite the uproar, the bill passed its first reading, though future coalition support remains uncertain.
  • The debate highlights concerns over insufficient consultation with Māori, risking further cultural discord.
  • Criticism of the bill has spread internationally, spotlighting New Zealand's handling of indigenous rights.
  • The Guardian video captures the dramatic moment, underscoring the need for dialogue and cultural respect.