Should Asian tourists be warned about crime before visiting NZ?

China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an advisory on its website, warning its citizens about rising crime and theft in Auckland.

The advisory, posted on Monday, does not appear on the Ministry's English-language website.

It said those who intended to visit New Zealand should take extra safety precautions, look after their valuables and refrain from carrying large amounts of cash.

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