Diplomatic Blunder Or Misunderstanding? The Controversy Surrounding PN’s Meeting with New Zealand PM
A recent meeting between opposition leader Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has sparked a heated debate, with allegations of a diplomatic faux pas by PN.
(The Rakyat Post) – The opposition coalition Perikatan Nasional (PN) has been embroiled in a diplomatic controversy following a recent meeting between its leader, Datuk Seri Hamzah Zainudin, and New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon.
The heart of the matter lies in the question: Who visited whom?
Hamzah claimed that he “received” a courtesy visit from Luxon, but people were quick to point out on social media that it was, in fact, Hamzah who visited the New Zealand PM.
A video surfaced in which Luxon can be heard saying, “Thank you for coming today,” to Hamzah, further fueling the controversy.
To add to the confusion, Luxon also mentioned, “You brought friends,” which some interpreted as a hint that he wasn’t expecting Hamzah to be accompanied by other leaders during the meeting.
