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New Zealand Institute of International Affairs (NZIIA)
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NZIIA fosters expert discussion and understanding of international affairs affecting Aotearoa New Zealand. This is the account of our National Office. www.nziia.org.nz
On 2 December we celebrate 50 years of 'New Zealand International Review,' NZIIA's flagship publication for fostering understanding of international affairs. We also acknowledge the immense contribution made by Editor Ian McGibbon, who is stepping down. Register here www.nziia.org.nz/events/fifty...
November 3, 2025 at 11:06 PM
Want to better understand New Zealand's connections with the Pacific region? Come to the NZIIA Auckland Branch event on 30/10. Featuring Hon Carmel Sepuloni, Joanna Bourke, Sione Tekiteki and Sarah Fetuani. Register here: nziia.org.nz/events/the-s...
October 27, 2025 at 8:13 PM
EVENT ALERT: On 20 October in Auckland we host an expert panel discussion on 'Rising global autocracy and its impact on New Zealand.' Join us for this timely and important discussion. Register here: www.nziia.org.nz/events/risin... #NZIIA2025
September 28, 2025 at 8:46 PM
The latest edition of 'New Zealand International Review' is out. As a taster, read Holly Tudehope's take on South Korea's declaration of martial law: nziia.org.nz/articles/ral...

To subscribe to the New Zealand International Review magazine, join NZIIA as a member here: nziia.org.nz/membership
September 22, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Short highlights from the #NZIIA2025 national conference in Wellington on 17 June, on the theme of 'Prosperity | Security | Values - Aotearoa New Zealand's foreign and trade policies in contested spaces.'
September 2, 2025 at 4:31 AM
The July/August edition of New Zealand International Review is out, with coverage of NZ's Defence Capability Plan, tariffs, crypto, gateways to Africa, naval defence &more. As a teaser, read Dr Roderic Alley's article on the plight of children in armed conflict here: www.nziia.org.nz/articles/sta...
July 22, 2025 at 10:04 PM
NZIIA presents its inaugural event in Rotorua on 20/8. Sir Peter Gluckman speaks on getting NZ's science and technology up-to-speed in the context of revolutionary technological change, economic turbulence, geopolitical instability and climate change. Register here: www.nziia.org.nz/events/new-z...
July 17, 2025 at 9:30 PM
We are seeking applications for the role of Editor of the New Zealand International Review. This would suit an organised and motivated self-starter, with a strong interest in international affairs along with editing and design skills. Details here: www.nziia.org.nz/articles/cal...
July 8, 2025 at 1:05 AM
Here at #NZIIA2025 we welcome our keynote speaker: Rt Hon Winston Peters, Minister of Foreign Affairs. The Minister will discuss New Zealand's foreign policy direction and engagement with a more contested world.
June 17, 2025 at 4:35 AM
What does a second Trump presidency mean for global stability, US foreign policy, the Pacific region and New Zealand's international relationships? Moderated by Emeritus Professor Roberto Rabel.
June 17, 2025 at 4:01 AM
This session looks at the intersection of geopolitics and economics. How can New Zealand navigate uncertainty in a world shaped by economic nationalism and trade disruption?
June 17, 2025 at 3:47 AM
With growing geopolitical attention on the Pacific, how should New Zealand and the region respond to encourage cooperation and stability? Moderated by Caren Rangi.
June 17, 2025 at 2:29 AM
As the global context shifts, how should New Zealand evolve its foreign policy? This session explores our values, alliances, and strategic interests in a more complex world. Moderated by Sam Sachdeva.
June 17, 2025 at 2:08 AM
Now at #NZIIA2025, our global dynamics session featuring Zichen Wang @zichen.bsky.social, Professor Caitlin Byrne, Professor Lise Howard, and Abhishek Sharma.
June 17, 2025 at 12:18 AM
This session seeks expert views and asks what role New Zealand can play in meeting climate obligations and supporting regional resilience. Moderated by Esther Guy-Meakin.
June 16, 2025 at 11:51 PM
Dame Fran Wilde, Dr Julia Macdonald, Dr Jason Young, Raf Manji, and Ashalyna Noa outline the survey findings and explore the implications for diplomacy, domestic cohesion, and education. #NZIIA2025
June 16, 2025 at 10:23 PM
HE Vasyl Myroshnychenko @ambvasyl.bsky.social, Ukraine Ambassador to New Zealand, explores how peace might be achieved in Ukraine and what it means for the international system and countries like New Zealand. Moderated by Roberto Rabel.
June 16, 2025 at 9:36 PM
We’ll hear from 40 international affairs experts on today’s theme ‘Prosperity | Security | Values: Aotearoa New Zealand's foreign and trade policies in contested spaces’. Follow #NZIIA2025 for updates throughout the day.
June 16, 2025 at 9:18 PM
ONLINE EVENT: At 6pm (NZST) on 11 June, NZIIA Auckland Branch has an online presentation by Aleksander Kwaśniewski, former President of Poland, discussing 'Poland and Europe amid global tensions and conflicts.' All welcome to attend online. Details at the link here: www.nziia.org.nz/poland-and-e...
June 8, 2025 at 9:23 PM
In 2024 the NZ Government announced a foreign policy 'reset,' responding to a rapidly changing and challenging global environment. Join experts at the #NZIIA2025 conference as they assess NZ's foreign policy reset to date, including efforts to incorporate Māori perspectives. 👇 www.nziiaconference.nz
June 6, 2025 at 6:33 AM
We are #hiring a new Editor for the New Zealand International Review. It would suit someone with knowledge of international affairs affecting New Zealand and editing and design experience. Details here: www.nziia.org.nz/articles/cal...
June 2, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Come to the #NZIIA2025 conference on 17 June to hear our expert speakers discuss 'Is climate change an insurmountable challenge?' Register at www.nziiaconference.nz
June 1, 2025 at 9:42 PM
The international order and the institutions underpinning it are changing. Join us at the #nziia2025 flagship conference as an expert panel assesses where the international system is heading, and what liberal democracies like New Zealand can do in response. Register here: www.nziiaconference.nz
May 27, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Trump's White House return has created tumultuous news on a daily basis. How to cut through the noise to understand exactly where rhetoric differs from action? Join our expert discussion at the NZIIA national conference on 17/6. #nziia2025
Register: nziiaconference.nz
May 26, 2025 at 6:16 AM
New Zealand Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Trade is a Gold sponsor of the NZIIA Conference 2025, in Wellington and online on 17 June. The theme is 'Prosperity | Security | Values: Aotearoa New Zealand's foreign and trade policies in contested spaces.' #NZIIA2025 Register at www.nziiaconference.nz
May 22, 2025 at 8:59 PM