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New Zealand bans foreign political donations amid interference concerns

Justice minister cites risk of foreign meddling in 2020 election and says further action could be taken

New Zealand will ban foreign donations to politicians and tighten disclosure rules for political advertising, the government has said, as concerns over foreign interference intensify ahead of an election next year.

The government said it would introduce legislation on Tuesday banning donations over NZ$50 ($32) to political parties and candidates by foreigners.

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