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‘We must stand firm on the rules-based order, call for diplomatic engagement and speak out against human rights abuses at all times’

NATO lists China as one of its strategic priorities for next decade, saying Beijing’s policies challenge its security.

In New Zealand’s first formal address to Nato, Ardern dedicated part of her speech to warning of Beijing’s increasingly muscular international presence

New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said on Wednesday China has become "more assertive and more willing to challenge international rules and norms", and urged the use of diplomacy and economic links to build ties in the Indo-Pacific region.

The challenge now – for women everywhere – is to fight through our fear, and make our courage count

Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern’s acceptance of an invitation to speak at this week’s NATO leaders’ summit in Madrid has fuelled a narrative that New Zealand’s independent foreign policy is falling victim to a new Cold War.

Is Jacinda Ardern's invite to a prestigious alliance summit a sign of NZ being drawn into war - or a chance to find new friends?

Maori new year legally recognised for first time, prompting excitement and debate over how best to mark the day

Australia’s new federal treasurer, Jim Chalmers, spoke regularly in opposition about a well-being budget and the need to measure more than just the traditional economic indicators.

Has our neighbour recognised that the threat to its security is of greater significance than protecting its economic interests?

Former Green MP Keith Locke explains why the Prime Minister’s decision to attend the Nato Leaders meeting might make David Lange turn in his grave.