World Politics
Top Stories for Thursday 22 September 2022
Top stories for 22 September 2022 Russian President Vladimir Putin makes a veiled threat he could use nuclear weapons in the Ukraine war. US President Joe Biden uses his address at the UN General… Audio
Christchurch Call: Ardern puts spotlight on social media algorithms research
Jacinda Ardern and French president Emmanuel Macron Macron have announced new funding to research the impact of algorithms on online radicalisation.
'We cannot go on like this' - UN chief warns of global dysfunction
UN Secretary General António Guterres has set a grave tone for this year's general assembly, warning of a "winter of global discontent" in a world beset by perils.
Blinken hosts Armenian, Azeri foreign ministers, urges return to peace talks
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has met with the foreign ministers of Armenia and Azerbaijan, marking the first direct talks between the two sides since deadly border clashes this month.
Ardern joins Canada PM Trudeau's flight to New York
Fresh from the Queen's funeral, Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has caught a lift with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to New York to attend the UN General Assembly.
Guam - the new front line against China
On a postcard-perfect tropical island in the western Pacific, the US is bolstering defences as concern grows over rising tensions between China and Taiwan.
The Week in Detail: Pakistan, prime ministers and pepeha
The Detail podcast brings you the issues behind the news every weekday. Here's what we covered this week. Audio
Ardern meets with King Charles and UK PM Liz Truss
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern and King Charles have met for what she says was a warm conversation in London overnight. Video
Queen's death reignites discussions over constitution and Te Tiriti
In today's Focus on Politics podcast NZ Political Reporters Katie Scotcher, Anneke Smith and Giles Dexter explore what the debate about the role of the monarchy in New Zealand - and the possibility of… Audio
Putin-Xi talks: Russian leader reveals China's 'concern' over Ukraine
The two leaders' meeting in Uzbekistan comes at a crucial point in the war, as Russian troops lose ground in parts of the country.
New Zealand announces new ambassador to China
Former High Commissioner to India Grahame Morton has been named the new ambassador to China and Foreign Minister Nanaia Mahuta said his experience would help enhance relations.
How UN plan for Russian ammonia export could help global fertiliser market
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Ukraine leader promises victory during front line town visit
Pro-Russian officials claim to have halted Kyiv's forces for now, but on top of its reversals in Ukraine, Russia is facing challenges in other former Soviet republics.
Who really is Liz Truss?
New British Prime Minister Liz Truss has a lot on her plate, but who is she and what does she stand for? Audio
Ukraine vows to drive out Russian forces as US readies more military aid
Ukraine handed out aid in a battle-scarred town after driving back Russian forces in the northeast and vowed to free all of its territory, calling on the West to speed up deliveries of weapons to back…
Bill Clinton investigator Kenneth Starr dead at 76
Kenneth Starr, the prosecutor whose investigation led to President Bill Clinton's impeachment, has died at the age of 76, his family says.
Nearly a million expected to queue in London to farewell Queen Elizabeth II
London is gearing up for a major event with nearly a million people expected to queue to pay their respects to the Queen.
The Queen's coffin will lie in state in Westminster for four days before the… Video, Audio
Liz Truss starts job as PM with big to-do list
Boris Johnson has said farewell, and Liz Truss has delivered her first speech as UK Prime Minister.
BBC correspondent Rob Watson spoke to Susie Ferguson. Audio
Former Trade Minister Tim Groser a big fan of new UK PM Liz Truss
In her first speech as British Prime Minister Liz Truss promised to "get Britons working again", solve the energy crisis and fix the NHS - no small order.
Appearing outside 10 Downing Street she… Audio
Truss appointed as Britain's prime minister, Johnson bows out
Liz Truss has taken over as British prime minister, facing one of the most daunting set of challenges for an incoming leader in post-War history led by soaring energy bills, a looming recession and…