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United Nations Decolonisation Committee - New Zealand statement on Tokelau | New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade
New Zealand’s statement to the United Nations Decolonisation Committee emphasizes Tokelau’s path toward self-determination and continued partnership with New Zealand. Key points: - Tokelau’s self-determination journey: NZ supports a full exploration of Tokelau’s options and a staged process to build informed consensus before any formal decision, aiming for a clear outcome. - COVID-19 response and governance: Tokelau led its own COVID-19 response with NZ assistance; vaccinati
2026-05-25Tokelau Sets Sights On A Potential Third Referendum | Scoop News
Tokelau is considering a potential third referendum on self-determination, with a new special committee and community consultations to inform residents about options (independence, integration, or self-government in free association). The NZ government reiterates that self-determination is for Tokelau’s people. The UN and UNDP are assisting in governance strengthening and information campaigns ahead of any referendum. Climate change is a major, underfunded priority, driving t
2026-05-25UN C24 Ulu Statement - Aliki Faipule Elehi Kelihiano Kalolo
Tokelau emphasizes a continued commitment to self-determination, governance reform, and capacity-building while navigating limited resources. Key points from the Ulu Kalolo statement include: - Ongoing commitment to self-determination, despite referenda results in 2006 and 2007, with a focus on strengthening infrastructure, decision-making, and public service management. - The Tokelau National Strategic Plan (TNSP 2021–2026) guides development priorities, aiming for “Thrivin
2026-05-25A first for Tokelau as all three atolls vote in same electoral process | RNZ News
Tokelau’s 2023 election marks a historic first: all three atolls (Atafu, Fakaofo, Nukunonu) participate in the same electoral process for the first time. Voting runs 9am–2pm across four locations, including a box-site in Apia, Samoa for Tokelauan voters there. Elector roles include Faipule (Cabinet Minister), Pulenuku (Mayor), Fafine (women’s group), Taulelea (men’s group), and General Fono delegates (one per atoll). Fakaofo’s Taupulega seats had only three candidates, so no
2026-05-25Tokelau airport project scrapped despite multi-million dollar design | RNZ News
Tokelau’s bid for an airport project was cancelled by New Zealand after about NZD 3 million spent on feasibility, design, and planning since 2020. The Tokelau government was informed, and the decision cites high costs and New Zealand’s constrained fiscal environment. Tokelau remains accessible only by boat (approx. NZ$306 round trip, 24–32 hours, biweekly service from Samoa). The airport design reportedly included a terminal on Nukunonu with an 800m x 30m runway. Tendering fo
2026-05-25