Prime Minister John Key will not categorically rule out sending ground troops to Iraq as countries consider greater commitments to combat the Islamic State after the Paris terror attacks.
French President Francois Hollande has called for a "grand coalition" to fight the extremist group, and planned to travel to the US and Russia soon to seek the support of both countries' leaders.
New Zealand has already contributed 200 troops to Iraq in a non-combat role to train local forces.
Speaking to reporters in Manila today, Mr Key reiterated that this was a "fair contribution" and that there were no plans to increase military support to the region.
Asked whether New Zealand would consider sending ground troops as part of a "grand coalition", Mr Key said: "You're asking me the question so you can run some piece on the news that says I might.