World Politics
New Zealand-UK free trade agreement comes into force at end of May
The PM Chris Hipkins said the Free Trade Agreement with the UK was coming into effect faster than it could have and it is being welcomed by business leaders. Audio
'He's pretty regal' - New Zealand ready to celebrate King Charles
As Britain prepares for the coronation of King Charles III, so are those here in one of the Commonwealth's most far-flung countries.
PM visits NZ troops training Ukraine soliers
Far from the scandal embroiling his party back home...Prime Minister Chris Hipkins met with King Charles at Buckingham Palace overnight. Mr Hipkins, who is in the United Kingdom for Saturday's… Audio
Chris Hipkins announces new Ukraine support package
New Zealand is increasing its military, humanitarian, legal and economic support for Ukraine.
Most populous nation: Should India rejoice or panic?
Analysis - India's population has reached 1,425,775,850 people, surpassing China's population, according to UN estimates. The figures show challenges and possible benefits.
Hipkins has 'warm and insightful' phone call with Volodymyr Zelensky
The Prime Minister has had a phone call with Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky ahead of an anticipated announcement of more support for Ukraine.
PM Hipkins to meet with King Charles, PM Sunak on UK trip
Chris Hipkins has confirmed his trip to attend the Coronation of King Charles III will include a face-to-face meeting, and a stop with NZDF troops training Ukrainians.
Montana governor signs bill banning transgender medical care for youths
Montana's governor has enacted a Republican-backed ban on gender-affirming medical care for transgender children.
Former US Vice President Pence appears before grand jury probing Trump - source
Former US Vice President Mike Pence appeared before a grand jury investigating former President Donald Trump's role in efforts to overturn the 2020 election, a source familiar with the matter told…
Sudan half way through 72 hour ceasefire
Sudan is now more than half-way through a temporary 72-hour ceasefire allowing thousands of people to flee the country.
The UN says the shaky truce is holding, despite reports of sporadic gunfire and… Audio
Hipkins and Albanese speak in Brisbane: 'True friends have equal relations'
Australian PM Anthony Albanese says the new citizenship agreement with NZ is "the way things should always have been", as he meets with his counterpart from across the Tasman today.
Temporary ceasefire agreed in Sudan; NZ's Mahuta calls for peace
Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces said it had agreed to a 72-hour truce on humanitarian grounds from 6am local time Friday, to coincide with the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Fitr.
Biden expected to announce 2024 re-election bid next week
US President Joe Biden may announce his re-election campaign by video as soon as Tuesday (Wednesday NZT), two people familiar with the matter said, setting the stage for a possible rematch with his…
Approach with caution: Why NZ should be wary of buying into the AUKUS security pact
Analysis - As the strategic rivalry between the United States and China intensifies, the invitation to discuss participation in the AUKUS security agreement presents New Zealand with a potentially…
Hipkins visiting Brisbane and not Beijing reflects major shifts
Comment - This weekend's visit to Australia by Prime Minister Chris Hipkins speaks volumes about foreign policy changes underway and a slide towards military alignments, writes Geoff Miller.
Qatar and UAE in process of restoring diplomatic ties, official says
Qatar and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are in the process of restoring diplomatic ties and reopening embassies, two officials say.
Australia, New Zealand sign army cooperation deal
Australia and New Zealand have announced plans for the allies' armies to work more closely together as New Zealand looks to reinvigorate an armed forces battling worker shortages.
Russian opposition figure jailed for 25 years
Opposition activist Vladimir Kara-Murza has been sentenced to 25 years in jail for treason and other charges linked to his criticism of the war in Ukraine.
Australian man who wrote reports for suspected Chinese spies refused bail in Sydney
An Australian man has been refused bail after being charged with a foreign interference offence for accepting cash from suspected Chinese intelligence agents.
French Embassy breaks silence over mystery of warship in Hauraki Gulf
The French Embassy has provided fresh details on the mystery surrounding a French warship found by Coastguard "lurking" in the Hauraki Gulf.
