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Greenpeace Protests Luxon Over Controversial U.S. Minerals Deal

3/19/2026

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Greenpeace Aotearoa protested outside Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's office, labeling it "U.S. President Donald Trump's war minerals headquarters."
The protest signals concern about a potential minerals deal with the United States that could support military operations.
Juressa Lee, a Greenpeace campaigner, warned the deal would harm New Zealand's environment and risk complicity in U.S. conflicts.
Luxon said discussions are very preliminary.
Documents show ongoing negotiations, and Maori groups raise concerns about engagement and rights.

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Greenpeace Aotearoa protested outside Prime Minister Christopher Luxon's office, labeling it "U.S. President Donald Trump's war minerals headquarters."
The protest signals concern about a potential minerals deal with the United States that could support military operations.
Juressa Lee, a Greenpeace campaigner, warned the deal would harm New Zealand's environment and risk complicity in U.S. conflicts.
Luxon said discussions are very preliminary.
Documents show ongoing negotiations, and Maori groups raise concerns about engagement and rights.