Māori Leaders Urge King Charles III to Intervene

Over 80 Māori tribes, represented by the National Iwi Chairs Forum, have sent an open letter to King Charles III urging his intervention in New Zealand politics to uphold the Treaty of Waitangi. This letter, signed by more than 500 tribal leaders, expresses alarm over recent government policies perceived to undermine Māori rights, including reductions in Māori language use and changes to treaty interpretations. Critics argue these actions represent ongoing breaches of the Crown's commitments to Māori, prompting widespread protests and condemnation from the Waitangi Tribunal. Māori leaders emphasize the seriousness of the situation, stating that they have repeatedly tried to engage with the government without success. The government's rationale for these changes centers around ending