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New Zealand politics
New Zealand’s Ardern Tours Polynesia, What About the Politics?
By Grant Wyeth
Ostensibly to survey cyclone damage, the prime minister’s trip also underscores Wellington’s refocusing on its Pacific Island relationships.
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Strange Bedfellows Down Under
November 15, 2017
Strange Bedfellows Down Under
New Zealand's new coalition government is likely to have a short shelf life.
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Strange Bedfellows Down Under
Kiwi Surprise: New Zealand Tilts Left
October 19, 2017
Kiwi Surprise: New Zealand Tilts Left
Thanks to an unexpected coalition, Labor's Jacinda Ardern is New Zealand's new prime minister.
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Kiwi Surprise: New Zealand Tilts Left
New Zealand's Next Government: What's at Stake?
September 25, 2017
New Zealand's Next Government: What's at Stake?
Expect continuity out of New Zealand's foreign policy, despite recent domestic political turbulence.
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New Zealand's Next Government: What's at Stake?
A Bark But No Bite: Examining New Zealand’s Last General Election
August 23, 2017
A Bark But No Bite: Examining New Zealand’s Last General Election
The Diplomat talks to Jack Vowles about New Zealand politics.
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A Bark But No Bite: Examining New Zealand’s Last General Election
Meet Bill English, New Zealand’s New Prime Minister
December 13, 2016
Meet Bill English, New Zealand’s New Prime Minister
English has been the architect of many of New Zealand’s successful policies. Now he steps to the front.
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Meet Bill English, New Zealand’s New Prime Minister
Say It Ain't So: New Zealand Prime Minister Calls It Quits
December 06, 2016
Say It Ain't So: New Zealand Prime Minister Calls It Quits
Australia in particular laments John Key's surprise decision to resign.
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Say It Ain't So: New Zealand Prime Minister Calls It Quits
Immigration, Housing Key Issues as New Zealand Enters Election Year
December 03, 2016
Immigration, Housing Key Issues as New Zealand Enters Election Year
A look at the debates likely to shape New Zealand's upcoming elections.
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Immigration, Housing Key Issues as New Zealand Enters Election Year
Louder Than Words: Actions Speak Volumes for New Zealand-US Relations
October 12, 2016
Louder Than Words: Actions Speak Volumes for New Zealand-US Relations
As Wellington pursues improvement in its relations with Washington, challenges remain.
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Louder Than Words: Actions Speak Volumes for New Zealand-US Relations
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Israel-Asia Relations: Balancing Economic And National Security
May 21, 2018
Israel-Asia Relations: Balancing Economic And National Security
Insights from Rebecca Zeffert.
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