National iwi leaders seek meeting with Te Pāti Māori

The National Iwi Chairs Forum is seeking a meeting with Te Pāti Māori to address ongoing internal issues within the party. Recent turmoil intensified with former vice president Eru Kapa-Kingi pursuing legal action after the party suspended his mother, MP Mariameno Kapa-Kingi, for alleged constitutional violations. Divisions have emerged, with support for Kapa-Kingi from some MPs and criticism of party leaders for their authoritarian style. At a recent forum meeting in Waikato, approximately 75 iwi representatives discussed these challenges and strategies to boost Māori electoral participation.

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