Labour should consult on tsunami aid

National Party Foreign Affairs & Trade spokesman Lockwood Smith is congratulating the Government on its renewed focus on a major tsunami aid package.

“This is an unprecedented natural disaster in our lifetimes which has touched the hearts and the lives of many, many New Zealanders.

“All New Zealanders would want to feel that they and their government is doing what it can to help people who have suffered so much.

“I congratulate the Government on this aid package, but I hope consideration is given as to how to involve New Zealanders as widely as possible. It is such a significant programme I would hope the Government would consult with other political parties on how best to involve our people and our resources in helping our Asian neighbours.

“This aid effort should be something all New Zealanders can feel involved in, and proud of in a personal way.”

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