Barack Obama
FBI Director James Comey has been speaking with ministers and officials at the Beehive in Wellington today.
Trans Tasman reported that Mr Comey was believed to be laying the ground work for a presidential visit later this year.
The US Embassy in Wellington said he was in New Zealand to discuss "a host of important issues regarding the safety and security of the citizens of both countries''.
"The US-New Zealand law enforcement partnership remains steadfast, and we welcome the opportunity to work together to share critical information that will safeguard our Americans and New Zealanders from global threats,'' the embassy said.
Mr Comey was photographed with Police Minister Judith Collins and Police Commissioner Mike Bush.
