A nine-day hikoi by Maori and their supporters is set to culminate in Wellington, where thousands will rally against the proposed Treaty Principles Bill, perceived as a threat to Maori rights. The bill, introduced by the ACT New Zealand party, reinterprets the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi and has spurred widespread protests. Critics argue the legislation aims to roll back the progress made in recognizing Maori rights, with the ACT party asserting that it addresses perceived discrimination against non-Indigenous citizens despite lacking sufficient parliamentary support.