Iwi leader Mike Smith asks UN to intervene before Government introduces new climate law

A complaint was filed with the UN Special Rapporteur on Climate Change and Human Rights.

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Home / New ZealandRNZ17 Jun, 2026 06:35 PM4 mins to readJustice Minister Paul Goldsmith. Photo / RNZ, Mark PapaliiJustice Minister Paul Goldsmith. Photo / RNZ, Mark PapaliiBy Lillian Hanly of RNZClimate activist and iwi leader Mike Smith has requested the United Nations “intervene urgently” before legislation is introduced preventing companies from being sued over damage caused by greenhouse gas emissions.

Smith, with the National Iwi Chairs Forum Pou Tikanga, Climate Clinic

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