Maori leaders expressed monumental ambitions during initial discussions with the Government about how to recognise the UNDRIP. Maori Development Minister Willie Jackson says those discussions will shape the Government’s plan.
[…] While specific policies such as the Maori Health Authority were discussed, the overriding focus was on recognising tino rangatiratanga. Across most policy areas, the Government was told it should empower Maori to make decisions for Maori.
[…] Tino rangatiratanga is seen as self-determination, and the ultimate power of whanau and hapu to control their own affairs.
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