New Zealand said Monday it would not let the 'Five Eyes' intelligence alliance dictate its dealings with its largest trading partner China, in the latest distancing from the US-led group's approach to tensions with Beijing.

New Zealand says it will not let 'Five Eyes' intelligence alliance set China policy

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern on Monday played up her country's "important" ties with China despite tensions stemming from security concerns over Chinese telecom giant Huawei.

New Zealand PM touts 'important' China ties amid Huawei spat

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New Zealand says it will not let 'Five Eyes' intelligence alliance set China policy

New Zealand PM touts 'important' China ties amid Huawei spat