[asia-apec 808] NZ Likely to change Gun Law for APEC

[Gatt Watchdog]

Subject: CHANGE IN GUN LAW FOR SECRET SERVICE AGENTS?

from IRN news


CHANGE IN GUN LAW FOR SECRET SERVICE AGENTS?
 Whether New Zealand should change the law to allow secret service
agents to carry weapons during APEC will go to a special cabinet
committee over the next few weeks.=20

Our government's been under pressure to soften its stance particularly
from the American, Japanese and Russians who are sending massive
security forces to protect their leaders.=20

A spokeswoman for the Prime Minister says no decision has been made but
security during APEC is of paramount importance.=20

Police Minister Clem Simich says he's in favour of a law change as =
it'll
ensure the international leaders feel safe during their stay in
Auckland.=20



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