As New Zealand prepares to celebrate Maori Language Week, the country's right-wing leaders have stirred controversy by ordering public agencies to halt affirmative action policies for Maori people, who face significant disadvantages across various metrics. Despite this directive, political figures have taken to social media to express support for the Indigenous language.
The resurgence of Maori culture and language in New Zealand has been remarkable, with growing popularity evident in various aspects of daily life. However, this cultural revival has coincided with a divisive debate around race, fueled by polarized politics and a backlash against the previous left-wing government's policies.
