World Politics
Massive police presence in France
In France, crowds have gathered at rallies hosted by mayors in response to five nights of violent riots.
Thousands of people have been arrested in the riots which erupted when a teenager was shot at… Audio
Counter protests gain traction in France
In France, crowds have gathered at rallies hosted by mayors in response to five nights of violent riots.
Thousands of people have been arrested in the riots which erupted when a teenager was shot at… Audio
Kiwi Nathan Ross tapped to be one of King Charles' trusted advisors
A former New Zealand government employee has been appointed as one of King Charles' most trusted advisors, according to media reports.
Jack Watling: Putin after Prigozhin
Russia's government is moving to demonstrate it still has control over the country, following a brief mutiny by one of the country's most powerful military groups. Wagner Group leader Yevgeny… Audio
What could Putin's end look like?
When Yevgeny Prigozhin challenged his leader, he fractured Vladimir Putin's power. The Russian president is attempting to seal up that crack, but what is broken can rarely be whole again.
China tightens Xi Jinping's powers against the West with new law
China is adding to Xi Jinping's vast powers with a new law that will assert Beijing's interests on the world stage.
NZ should stand up to Japan over nuclear waste dumping - Lawyer
Japan is being criticised by Pacific leaders for dumping nuclear waste in the Pacific Ocean. An international lawyer says Australia and New Zealand need to do more to stand up to Japan. Japan is… Audio
Red carpet for Hipkins as Jinping calls NZ 'friend and partner'
The red carpet has been rolled out for the Prime Minister in China, who met with President Xi Jinping overnight. Jinping has labelled New Zealand a friend and partner. In response, Chris Hipkins… Audio
Watch: Hipkins speaks from China after meeting Premier
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins has met with China's Premier Li Qiang for a one-on-one discussion as part of Hipkins trip.
'New Zealand a friend and partner': President Xi Jinping
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is describing his meeting with China's President Xi Jinping as warm and constructive.
The two leaders met last night in the Great Hall of the People in Beijing.
It's the… Audio
Analysis from Beijing
President Xi met with Prime Minister Chris Hipkins last night in Beijing.
Speaking to reporters in Beijing after the high-stakes meeting, Prime Minister Chris Hipkins said it was at no point… Audio
President Xi praises NZ relationship
China's President Xi Jinping has praised his country's relationship with New Zealand, saying bilateral ties have contributed to regional peace and stability.
President Xi met with Prime Minister… Audio
Xi meeting 'very significant bilateral milestone': Hipkins
Prime Minister Chris Hipkins is describing his meeting with China's President Xi Jinping as a "very significant bilateral milestone".
The two leaders met last night in the Great Hall of the People in… Audio
Putin appears outside Kremlin
Russian president Vladimir Putin has appeared outside the Kremlin to tell members of Russia's security services that they "essentially prevented a civil war" over the weekend, when an armed mutiny… Audio
What just happened in Russia?
Was the weekend of chaos a failed coup, or did the man once known as 'Putin's Chef' just snap, condemning himself to exile? Audio
Free Trade Agreement with EU takes significant step towards ratification
The European Council has given the deal the green light, paving the way for it to be signed - likely during the Prime Minister's visit to Europe next month.
What's top of the agenda at the latest Five Eyes meeting?
Leading politicians from the Five Eyes countries are meeting in Wellington this week - and they'll be talking migration, democratic resilience and child sex abuse - among other issues.
USA correspondent Ron Elving
Ron talks to Kathryn about what the Biden administration is saying about the Wagner Group revolt in Russia and the implications for Vladimir Putin and his ability to hold onto power. Also the… Audio
Trade analysis of Hipkins China trip
What can be expected on the trade front when Prime Minister Hipkins meets with Xi Jinping tonight?
The meeting comes on the back of the refresh of the free trade agreement between the two countries… Audio
PM Hipkins in Beijing for high level political meetings
Chris Hipkins has arrived in Beijing ahead of a number of high level political meetings, fraught with diplomatic challenges.
It's been four years since the last visit from a New Zealand Prime… Audio
