New Zealand’s High Commissioner to the U.K., Phil Goff, faced repercussions for his remarks about U.S. President Donald Trump during an event at Chatham House in London. Goff referenced Winston Churchill’s critical speech to Neville Chamberlain in 1938 when discussing Trump’s understanding of history. Despite the audience’s amusement, Finland’s Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen diplomatically responded to Goff’s question about Trump. Foreign Minister Winston Peters deemed Goff’s comments as “disappointing,” leading to Goff’s dismissal due to the untenability of his position as an envoy representing New Zealand’s government and policies. Plans for leadership transition at New Zealand’s mission in London were discussed following Goff’s removal. Goff, who held the position since January 2023, was yet to comment on the situation. Former Prime Minister Helen Clark criticized Goff’s dismissal, considering it a weak pretext to oust a well-regarded former foreign minister from his diplomatic role. Discussions were ongoing regarding Goff’s return to New Zealand, as stated by New Zealand’s foreign minister. This incident highlights the delicate balance diplomats must maintain in representing their government’s views while engaging in international discourse.