Government House, Wellington, New Zealand 23 October 2012 President Benigno S. Aquino III participated in the traditional Maōri dance of welcome called Haka Pōwhiri through Wero (ceremonial challenge of native Maōris) and Hongi (the pressing of noses and forehead) when he arrived at the Government House of New Zealand in Wellington. The highlight of the continue reading : Arrival Honors and Welcome Ceremony