China Bars New Zealand Lawmakers Following Their Taiwan Visit

China has announced a ban on New Zealand lawmakers. The restriction follows the officials’ recent trip to Taiwan. Beijing described the visit as a breach of its One‑China principle. The ban prevents the legislators from entering mainland China for a period. New Zealand’s government condemned the move as unfriendly. Diplomatic tensions between the two countries have risen since the trip. The decision may impact broader bilateral trade and cooperation. Observers will monitor any diplomatic efforts to resolve the dispute.