Te Tiriti o Waitangi stands out as Aotearoa's sole treaty with indigenous people, contrasting with multiple treaties in Canada and the US and no formal treaty in Australia

Aotearoa New Zealand is unique for having a single treaty with its indigenous people, Te Tiriti o Waitangi. In contrast, Canada has signed 70 historical treaties with First Nations, while the U.S. has over 300 treaties with tribes, though treaty-making ceased in 1871. Recent discussions highlighted the success of the Tzeachten Tribe in Canada, which shifted from government dependency to self-sufficiency, generating significant revenue from its lands. Canadian leaders encouraged New Zealand Māori to pursue similar self-determination, emphasizing the need for stronger treaty rights. Australia, however, lacks a formal treaty with its Indigenous peoples. A recent referendum to establish an Indigenous voice in parliament failed, reflecting ongoing challenges in treaty discussions. The Uluru Statement from the Heart remains a key document in their quest for recognition.