Te Tiriti o Waitangi Relationships: People, Politics and Law

This timely volume is the third in a series committed to discussions of Te Tiriti o Waitangi/Treaty of Waitangi issues. These essays from leading scholars and researchers take a dynamic approach to understanding Tiriti/Treaty relationships, acknowledging the ever-evolving interplay between the Crown and Maori through time. The book addresses pressing issues like Treaty principles, sovereignty, the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples, and mana whenua relationships to Te Tiriti and settlements. It emphasises the roles of tikanga and rangatiratanga in fostering genuine progress, and envisions a future guided by these principles in advancing Maori-Crown relationships. KEY POINTS - Future-focused analysis: Presents forward-thinking discussions on shaping equitable Treaty relationships, highlighting the central role of tikanga and rangatiratanga. - Expanding the discussion: Brings new voices to the conversation on Te Tiriti, integrating perspectives from anthropology, law and politics to o er fresh insights. - A recognised series: Builds upon Janine Hayward and Nicola Wheen's previous two works on the Waitangi Tribunal and Treaty settlements.