新西兰最高法院收紧了毛利人对沿海土地主张传统权利的规则。 New Zealand's Supreme Court tightens rules for Māori to claim customary rights to coastal lands.
新西兰最高法院推翻了上诉法院的一项裁决,恢复了毛利人获得对海岸和海底的习惯权利的更严格的标准。 The New Zealand Supreme Court has overturned a Court of Appeal decision, reinstating stricter criteria for Māori to gain customary rights to the foreshore and seabed. 这项裁决支持总检察长的上诉,指出申请人必须证明自1840年以来与该地区有持续和深刻的联系,反映出文化传统和控制。 The ruling supports the Attorney-General's appeal, stating that applicants must prove a continuous and deep connection to the area since 1840, reflecting cultural traditions and control. 这一决定是在政府努力修订《海洋和沿海区法》的情况下作出的,因为毛利人和一些政党可能限制毛利人的诉求,因此他们对此提出了批评。 This decision comes amid government efforts to amend the Marine and Coastal Area Act, facing criticism from Māori and some political parties for potentially limiting Māori claims.