Australia-New Zealand relations

New Prime Minister Chris Hipkins’ approach to foreign policy is starting to become clear.

On his first overseas trip, New Zealand Prime Minister Chris Hipkins emphasized continuity with the Ardern government's foreign policy.

The Ardern government’s response seems to be calculated to show unity with Australia on China policy.

With deportations, Australia is demonstrating a knee-jerk self-interest, divorced from the wider realities of the Australia-New Zealand relationship. 

Australia had previously allowed New Zealanders to arrive without going into quarantine but New Zealand had taken a more cautious approach.

Recently, a senior New Zealand minister advised Australia to “show respect” and act more diplomatically toward China. Canberra was not amused.

The attack in Christchurch is a wake-up call on the threat posed by white nationalist extremism in the region.

How will Wellington readjust to shifting geopolitical dynamics in its own backyard?

Australia in particular laments John Key's surprise decision to resign.

The leaders of Australia and New Zealand are enjoying a political bromance.