'I have never jeopardised the welfare of our country and our people.' 9News
There is no suggestion the allegations against Mr Moselmane are true or proven, only that they are under investigation.Mr Moselmane also disputed rumours about foreign influence during his trip to China.
"I paid for all my own private overseas trips, and six of the nine visits spoken of involved the delivery of wheelchairs for disabled children.Shaoquett Moselmane outside his home in Rockdale on Friday .
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