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Michael Shanks: “That is a legitimate reason for us to say no to a particular investment.”

On the recordAugust 13, 2026
That is a legitimate reason for us to say no to a particular investment.
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Michael Shanks
Labour Party

Editor's note · Context

Discussing national security implications of Ming Yang's investment.

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