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13 September, 2011

NZ designates three further groups as terrorist entities

New Zealand has designated a further three international terrorist groups under the Terrorism Suppression Act 2002, Prime Minister John Key announced today.

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11 September, 2011

PM marks 10th anniversary of terrorist attacks

Prime Minister John Key today said the 10th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks in the United States was a time for reflection.

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9 September, 2011

NZ investing in sustainable Pacific fisheries

New Zealand will beef up investment in Pacific Ocean fisheries to lift the level of returns from this vital resource to Pacific nations, says Prime Minister John Key.

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8 September, 2011

New GCSB Director appointed

Prime Minister John Key today announced the appointment of Ian Fletcher as the new Director of the Government Communications Security Bureau.

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7 September, 2011

Incoming Chair’s Opening Statement

Pacific Islands Forum Opening Ceremony

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7 September, 2011

NZ, Australia work together to improve Pacific education

New Zealand Prime Minister John Key and Australian Prime Minister Julia Gillard have reaffirmed their commitment to improving education in the Pacific by extending funding for language and literacy education across the region.

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6 September, 2011

NZ boosts support for Pacific-wide maritime safety

Prime Minister John Key has announced New Zealand will support country-specific initiatives to strengthen maritime safety in the Pacific as part an on-going, region-wide effort.

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6 September, 2011

NZ to work with Pacific countries on disaster management

Pacific countries vulnerable to violent natural disasters are set to benefit from enhanced tsunami risk management systems, Prime Minister John Key said today.

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5 September, 2011

Pacific cruise industry set to develop – PM

A public-private partnership between the Government and cruise operator Carnival Australia will help further open up the burgeoning cruise industry to the Pacific, Prime Minister John Key announced today.

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31 August, 2011

Prime Minister welcomes region’s leaders to Pacific Islands Forum

Prime Minister John Key will host leaders from around the Pacific in Auckland next week, as the 42nd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders’ Meeting gets underway on Tuesday.

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20 August, 2011

Government saddened by SAS soldier’s death

Prime Minister John Key said tonight the Government was saddened by the death of a New Zealand SAS soldier during an incident in Afghanistan’s capital.

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15 August, 2011

Cabinet to meet in Christchurch

Prime Minister John Key has announced that, to recognise the anniversary of the first Canterbury earthquake, Cabinet will meet in Christchurch on Monday 5 September.

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15 August, 2011

PM announces State Funeral for Sir Paul Reeves

Prime Minister John Key says the State Funeral for Sir Paul Reeves will be held Thursday in Auckland.

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12 August, 2011

Prime Minister Puna to visit NZ

Prime Minister John Key today announced that Hon Henry Puna, Prime Minister of the Cook Islands, will arrive in New Zealand on Sunday for a three-day visit.

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12 August, 2011

PM welcomes kick-start for CBD retail

Prime Minister John Key today welcomed the Christchurch Earthquake Appeal’s commitment to help the city’s CBD retailers kick-start their businesses ahead of summer.

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12 August, 2011

State farewell for Governor-General

Prime Minister John Key today announced details of the state farewell that will be held for the Governor-General, Rt Hon Sir Anand Satyanand, when he completes his term of office next week.

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11 August, 2011

Address to Pacific Islands Forum 40th Anniversary

It’s a great pleasure to be here today to deliver this address in the 40th anniversary year of the Pacific Islands Forum.

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11 August, 2011

New Chair of Tourism Board appointed

Prime Minister John Key today announced that Kerry Prendergast has been appointed Chair of the New Zealand Tourism Board for a three year term.

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10 August, 2011

PM’s Pacific Youth Award winners announced

Six outstanding young Pacific New Zealanders were recognised today at the Prime Minister’s Pacific Youth Awards, an initiative which highlights the achievements and potential of future leaders.

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8 August, 2011

PM welcomes visit from Tongan counterpart

Lord Siale 'Ataonogo Tu'ivakano will arrive in New Zealand tomorrow on his first visit as Prime Minister of Tonga, Prime Minister John Key announced today.

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7 August, 2011

PM pays tribute to Sir Paul Reeves

Prime Minister John Key says New Zealand has lost one of its greatest statesmen with the passing of Sir Paul Reeves.

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22 July, 2011

Speech to United States Chamber of Commerce in Washington DC

Thank you for that introduction, Myron. And thank you to the US Chamber of Commerce for continuing to support the US/New Zealand relationship.

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20 July, 2011

PM on media reports about Israeli nationals

Prime Minister John Key today said the unusual circumstances surrounding a group of Israeli nationals caught up in February’s earthquake in Christchurch were fully investigated and no evidence was found of a link between the group and Israeli intelligence.

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15 July, 2011

Key NotesKey Notes – Building ties with the US

In this edition of Key Notes, I talk about what I'll be doing during my trip to the United States, where I'll meet with President Obama and other senior leaders in government and the business community. I also discuss recent signs of growth in the economy and Westpac's Red and Black Bonds as part of the effort to rebuild Canterbury. Also, ACC levies are coming down, there are encouraging developme

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14 July, 2011

PM condemns Mumbai bombings

Prime Minister John Key is shocked and saddened at the latest terrorist attacks on the Indian city of Mumbai.

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12 July, 2011

PM welcomes Appeal funding for Christchurch projects

Prime Minister John Key today welcomed the announcement that Christchurch businesses, community groups and children are set to receive funding in the latest round of disbursements from the Government’s Christchurch Earthquake Appeal.

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11 July, 2011

Address to 2011 Local Government New Zealand Conference

It’s a great pleasure to be back again to open the Local Government New Zealand conference.

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8 July, 2011

Prime Minister to meet President Obama on US visit

Prime Minister John Key today announced he will be visiting the United States later this month and will meet President Barack Obama in Washington DC.

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5 July, 2011

Key NotesKey Notes: Boosting Trade with India

In this issue of Key Notes, I talk about boosting trade with India, my State visit to that country, the second National Infrastructure Plan, developments in the fast broadband roll out and a few upcoming events.

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4 July, 2011

Prime Minister's Video Journal

Prime Minister John Key talks about India and his trade mission trip - as well as what's coming up in the next few months.

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