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Hedging or Balancing? Australia and New Zealand’s Differing China Strategies
By Lai-Ha Chan
Different approaches to China have led to different results for Australia and New Zealand.
New Zealand and Australia Begin Relaxing COVID-19 Restrictions
By Joshua Mcdonald
Australia and New Zealand have begun easing restrictions and are discussing the possibility of a “COVID-safe travel zone” between the two countries.
New Zealand Could Pull off Bold Goal of Eliminating COVID-19
By Associated Press
Geographical isolation and bold political action could help New Zealand rid itself of the new virus altogether.
Jacinda Ardern’s Re-Election Woes
By Joshua Mcdonald
Will New Zealanders stay with Ardern or succumb to the global rise of populism and nationalism?
New Zealand Marks Year Since Christchurch Massacre
By Joshua Mcdonald
A year on from the Christchurch massacre -- what has New Zealand done to prevent further attacks?
Christchurch Marks Anniversary of Mosque Shootings
A memorial event had to be canceled amid COVID-19 fears, but New Zealanders remembered the tragedy that “fundamentally changed” their country.
New Zealand’s Ardern Will Seek Re-election in Sept. 19 Vote
By Associated Press
Jacinda Ardern will face a steep challenge from the National Party's Simon Bridges.
New Zealand’s Role in Canada’s Pacific Shift
By Grant Wyeth
A contract for Canada to upgrade two New Zealand frigates illustrates a budding, mutually-beneficial, Pacific-focused relationship.
US Approves Sale of 5 C-130J Super Hercules Aircraft for New Zealand
By Ankit Panda
The C-130J will replace New Zealand’s C-130H aircraft.
New Zealand Takes the Lead on Climate Change
By Joshua Mcdonald
New Zealand cements itself as leader in the Pacific on climate issues as Australia abdicates.
Geopolitics and New Zealand’s Antarctic Presence
By Patrick Flamm
New Zealand is increasingly mobilizing resources to secure a share of the Southern continent.
How Will New Zealand Navigate the New Era in Asia?
By Ed Kennedy
How will Wellington readjust to shifting geopolitical dynamics in its own backyard?