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I had the greatest pleasure of knowing Kiingi Tuheitia for decades. He was deeply committed to forging a strong future for Maori and Aotearoa New Zealand founded upon culture, traditions and healing, which he carried out with wisdom and compassion,
Charles said in a statement, using the Maori and English names for New Zealand You have been an advocate for Maori, for fairness, justice and prosperity. You wanted children, young people, and those who have been left behind to have opportunities and hope. You worked tirelessly on building understanding and knowledge of our shared history and in doing so, strengthening Aotearoa,
she said in an Instagram post I think what he will leave behind for this nation at large was his strong belief in unity—that unity is the best way forward for us as a nation,
It is expected that Kiingi Tuheitia will lie in state at Turangawaewae Marae for five days before he is taken to his final resting place on Taupiri Mountain,
I will remember his dedication to Aotearoa New Zealand,
Luxon said, using the country’s Māori and English names Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII has died peacefully ... accompanied by his wife Makau Ariki and their children Whatumoana, Korotangi and Ngawai Hono I Te Po,
His unwavering commitment to his people and his tireless efforts to uphold the values and traditions of the Kiingitanga have left an indelible mark on our nation."
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon paid tribute, highlighting Kiingi Tuheitia's unwavering dedication The death of Kiingi Tuheitia is a moment of great sadness for followers of Te Kiingitanga, Maoridom and the entire nation,
Rahui Papa, a spokesman for the Kiingitanga, said in a statement My wife and I were profoundly saddened to learn of the death of Kiingi Tuheitia.”
Britain’s King Charles put out a statement saying