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Partnerships and engagements

International diplomacy and engagement is key for our Defence Force, both in contributing to New Zealand’s security and to maintaining the rules-based international system. Effective defence engagement also supports New Zealand’s broader foreign and economic policy objectives.

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6 June 2025, 3.26pm

Canada's Chief of Defence Staff visits New Zealand

The Chief of the New Zealand Defence Force, Air Marshal Tony Davies, hosted Canada’s Chief of Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan in Wellington as part of ongoing engagement between Canada and New Zealand.

The Chief of the New Zealand Defence Force, Air Marshal Tony Davies, hosted Canada’s Chief of Defence Staff General Jennie Carignan in Wellington as part of ongoing engagement between Canada and New Zealand.

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6 June 2025, 3.23pm

Australian Chief of Navy visits New Zealand

Royal New Zealand Navy's (RNZN) Chief of Navy Rear Admiral Garin Golding, welcomed Chief of the Royal Australian Navy, Vice Admiral (VADM) Mark Hammond to Devonport Naval Base yesterday.

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