In the end, there will always be a fundamental difference of perspective between New Zealand and Australia on defense, whoever is in government.

I think that generally New Zealand is respected for the positions it takes because it thinks them through.

When women are able to live in a safe and secure environment, they can participate effectively in the economy and society. This helps overcome poverty, reduces inequalities and is beneficial for children's nutrition, health and school attendance. Every woman and girl has the right to live in safety in her home and community.

Girls can do anything. We do do anything and we expect to be treated as equals.

As New Zealanders, we've been in on the United Nations from the very beginning, played a role in the drafting of the charter - it means a lot to us that those processes are followed.

I think the issue of North Korea is one where the international community as a whole has to work to resolve the crisis.

We just sent our condolences to the President of the United States and the American people on what is a terrible, terrible tragedy.