Watch: New Zealand's youngest MP stirs Parliament with 'haka' call, tears up controversial bill

Chlöe Swarbrick, 25, used the Māori challenge to shut down debate around the End of Life Choice Bill, which was set to have its final vote on Thursday.

Chlöe Swarbrick, 25, used the Māori challenge to shut down debate around the End of Life Choice Bill, which was set to have its final vote on Thursday. Swarbrick said she felt compelled to use the haka after National MP David Seymour attempted to move an amendment that would have delayed the third reading of the bill. She said Seymour's actions were "deeply disrespectful" and that she felt she had to "stand up for the mana of the house."

The haka is a traditional Māori war dance that is used to intimidate opponents and show strength.

It is typically performed by a group of men, who chant and stamp their feet in unison. The haka is a powerful symbol of Māori culture and is often used in ceremonial settings. In this case, Swarbrick used the haka to express her anger and frustration at Seymour's actions. She said she wanted to "make a statement" and to "show that she would not be intimidated."

Swarbrick's haka was met with mixed reactions.

Some people praised her for standing up for her beliefs, while others criticized her for using such a confrontational tactic. However, Swarbrick's actions have certainly sparked a conversation about the End of Life Choice Bill and the importance of respecting Māori culture.