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The FBI has officially opened a standalone office in Wellington, New Zealand, aimed at bolstering cooperation between the United States and New Zealand in addressing China’s growing influence in the Pacific. FBI Director Kash Patel announced the move on Thursday, emphasizing the office’s role in enhancing joint efforts on regional security challenges.
Patel stated that the new law enforcement attaché office would deepen Washington’s longstanding partnership with New Zealand, particularly in areas such as countering the Chinese Communist Party’s activities in the Indo-Pacific, combating narcotics trafficking, and addressing cyber intrusions and ransomware threats. He highlighted that protecting citizens of both nations remains a top priority.
The FBI has maintained a suboffice in New Zealand since 2017, collaborating closely with local authorities on issues including organized crime and child exploitation. The new office marks a significant expansion of that relationship, aligning with broader U.S. efforts to strengthen alliances in the Pacific amid increasing geopolitical tensions with Beijing.
New Zealand and the United States are both members of the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing network, alongside Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom. This partnership facilitates joint responses to global security threats.
New Zealand’s Defence Minister Judith Collins and Police Minister Mark Mitchell welcomed the new FBI office, stating that it would enhance the safety and security of New Zealanders. Patel’s visit to New Zealand included meetings with key government officials and the formal opening of the facility.
The move underscores Washington’s strategic focus on the Pacific region as China expands its diplomatic and economic footprint, prompting closer security collaboration among allied nations.
