U.S. and New Zealand: Sharing Common Ideals Secretary Rice (July 26): "New Zealand and the U.S....have a long history of partnership. It is one that is grounded in common interests, but it is elevated by common ideals...defined by the warmth and respect of two nations, but more importantly, of two peoples who are bound together by countless ties of friendship, family, and shared experience." Full Text l Remarks with Foreign Minister Peters | Remarks With Prime Minister Clark | More from the Secretary's trip