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Cook Islands’ China Shock: A ‘Frog in the Pot’ Moment for Pacific Security
By Anne-Marie Brady
The new China-Cook Islands deal has implications for Pacific security, but particularly for New Zealand, the United States, and Australia.

New Zealand’s Kiribati Aid Review Further Opens Door for Chinese Influence
By Jonah Bock
Washington should take note.

New Zealand-Singapore Defense Relations in a Volatile World
By Muhammad Faizal Abdul Rahman
Defense relations between New Zealand and Singapore clearly benefit their national security interests. What's the next step?

Christopher Luxon’s Important Trip to the UAE
By Geoffrey Miller
For the first time in a decade, a New Zealand prime minister is heading to the Middle East for more than just a courtesy call.

Sailing Chaotic Seas: New Zealand’s Foreign Policy in 2025
By Guy C. Charlton and Xiang Gao
The country has long prided itself on its independent foreign policy, but Wellington's balancing act will face greater challenges this year.

The Treaty Principles Bill Is Already Straining Social Cohesion in New Zealand
By Alexander Gillespie and Claire Breen
A referendum on the issue of Maori rights under the Treaty of Waitangi could be even more divisive.

Trump Victory Could Spark a Rethink for New Zealand at APEC in Peru
By Geoffrey Miller
For New Zealand, Trump’s overwhelming win in the U.S. election might spark a rethink of its policy of aligning more closely with Washington.

New Zealand Is Falling Behind in Protecting Its Oceans
By Karen Scott
New Zealand must step up to protect its own oceans to match international commitments made at the Commonwealth leaders’ meeting.

New Zealand’s Breakthrough Free Trade Deal With the Gulf
By Geoffrey Miller
After nearly two decades of talks, and numerous diplomatic twists and turns, the country has sealed an FTA with the Gulf Cooperation Council.

How the US Election Could Affect New Zealand Foreign Policy
By Geoffrey Miller
Decisions made in Washington will also have a direct impact on Wellington.

New Zealand’s Trade Deal With the UAE Could Be the Start of Something Much Bigger
By Geoffrey Miller
The deal will go down as one of Wellington’s fastest trade negotiations ever – and a breakthrough for New Zealand’s relations with the Middle East.

Christopher Luxon’s Hawkish Foreign Policy Address in Sydney
By Geoffrey Miller
New Zealand’s prime minister reaffirmed a “foreign policy reset” that involves pursuing closer defense cooperation with Australia.
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