When an intelligence and security agency wants to get a special permission called a practice warrant, they must talk to the Minister of Foreign Affairs first. This is because the agency wants to do something that might affect New Zealand's foreign policy. The agency also needs to talk to the Minister of Foreign Affairs if what they want to do might affect New Zealand's relationships with other countries. You can read more about how the agency applies for this permission in section 91.
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The Minister responsible for an intelligence and security agency making an application under section 91 must consult the Minister of Foreign Affairs before a practice warrant is issued authorising any activity that is likely to have implications for—
