A Quote by John Key

New Zealand needs to balance its environmental responsibilities with its economic opportunities, because the risk is that if you don't do that - and you want to lead the world - then you might end up getting unintended consequences.

John Key

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John Key
New Zealander - Politician
Born: August 9, 1961

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