Lawrence Xu-Nan
New ZealandpoliticianMale6.7Global Dominance: 0.00%Lawrence Xu-Nan is a member of the Green Party in New Zealand, representing the interests of diverse communities within the parliament. He has been part of discussions surrounding the treatment of migrants and the use of language in political discourse, particularly in light of recent controversies involving xenophobic remarks by other MPs. His involvement reflects a commitment to ensuring that all voices, particularly those from minority backgrounds, are heard and respected in New Zealand's political landscape.
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Peters’ extraordinary instruction that Chinese-born Green MP Lawrence Xu-Nan should 'go back to your own country' prompted a formal diplomatic protest from Beijing.
Helen Clark’s ‘restraint’ lesson for Christopher Luxon - Fran O’SullivanNew Zealand· 2026-08-07
Lawrence Xu-Nan is referenced in relation to comments made by Winston Peters about the Greens.
Election 2026: New poll should shake Labour from fantasy it can gain power off back of unpopular Christopher Luxon - Jamie EnsorNew Zealand· 2026-08-07
Lawrence Xu-Nan faced a verbal attack from Winston Peters that was described as racist and offensive.
Chris Hipkins condemns ‘rogue polls’ as Labour tumbles into the 20s, Opportunity hits 5%New Zealand· 2026-08-07
Lawrence Xu-Nan is a Green MP who was verbally attacked by Winston Peters.
Christopher Luxon’s problem with MMP is really a problem with National’s identity – Adam PearseNew Zealand· 2026-08-06Peters’ comments about Xu-Nan have caused significant political fallout.
Winston Peters is behaving like a fringe-dwelling thug, not an elder statesman – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2026-08-06
Lawrence Xu-Nan is a Green MP who was attacked by Winston Peters during his speech.
Ron Mark fills the Stuart Nash-shaped hole in NZ First - Adam PearseNew Zealand· 2026-08-02
Lawrence Xu-Nan is mentioned in the context of Winston Peters' tirade.
Letters: Fireworks ban decision flies in face of public opinion; wealth tax perspectivesNew Zealand· 2026-08-01
Lawrence Xu-Nan is a Green MP who heckled Winston Peters during a debate.
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says Winston Peters’ comments about Chinese-born MP were racistNew Zealand· 2026-07-31
Lawrence Xu-Nan, a lawmaker of Chinese descent, questioned Peters about vaccination during a heated debate.
Chinese protest after NZ official taunts lawmaker
Taiwan· 2026-07-31
Lawrence Xu-Nan questioned W. Peters about his vaccination status during a debate.
Naujosios Zelandijos diplomatijos vadovas sulaukė Kinijos ambasados skundo dėl rasizmo
Lithuania· 2026-07-30
Lawrence Xu-Nan is a Green MP who interjected during Winston Peters' comments in Parliament.
National trying to bully media over Opportunity Party coverage – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2026-07-30
Dr Lawrence Xu-Nan is recognized for his contributions to the House and his extensive speaking record.
The three most improved MPs of 2025; zingers from Parliament’s Christmas roast – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-12-18
Lawrence Xu-Nan is attending the Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference.
‘Crowbar Chlöe’: Winston Peters goes nuclear over attack on home – Audrey YoungNew Zealand· 2025-10-08
The Green Party’s education spokesman, Lawrence Xu-Nan, said NCEA was not perfect but it recognised learning took place in different ways.
Watch live: Education Minister Erica Stanford fronts press conference after mammoth NCEA announcementNew Zealand· 2025-08-05
Green MP Lawrence Xu-Nan claimed the bill compromised New Zealand’s constitutional arrangement.
Government introducing longer prison sentences for assaulting first responders, prison officersNew Zealand· 2025-06-29
MP Lawrence Xu-Nan said while nobody should drive while impaired, there was a lack of evidence the bill would address the root cause of dangerous driving or drug harm.
Drug-driving testing legislation passes in Parliament despite concernsNew Zealand· 2025-03-26
Winston Peters told Green MPs Lawrence Xu-Nan and Francisco Hernandez to 'show some gratitude' for being in New Zealand.
David Seymour distances himself from Winston Peters’ comments on Green MP; Greens say PM complicitNew Zealand· 2025-02-19