New Zealand Institute of International Affairs (NZIIA)

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...

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...

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

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

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.'

YouTube video by New Zealand Institute of International Affairs Trade & economics in a geopolitical maelstrom: NZIIA Conference 2025

The New Zealand Government has a ‘Going for Growth’ strategy to encourage economic growth, deliver more jobs and grow incomes. Yet around the world geopolitical storms are raging. At our #NZIIA2025 conference we brought together leading experts to discuss. Watch back: youtu.be/v0PDc_8ZX1o?...

YouTube video by New Zealand Institute of International Affairs Is climate change an insurmountable challenge? NZIIA Conference 2025

Is climate change an insurmountable challenge? We posed this to an expert panel at the #NZIIA2025 national conference, featuring contributions from Chlöe Swarbrick MP, Kate Wilson Butler and Kristy Harrison, moderated by Esther Guy-Meakin. Watch back here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=04Vz...

YouTube video by New Zealand Institute of International Affairs Highlights of the NZIIA Conference 2025

Check out the highlights from the #NZIIA2025 conference 'Prosperity | Security | Values: Aotearoa New Zealand's foreign and trade policies in contested spaces' www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbMl...

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...

YouTube video by New Zealand Institute of International Affairs The Russia-Ukraine war: obstacles to negotiations and finding solutions

What caused the Russia-Ukraine War? What are the barriers to effective peace negotiations? How can there be a lasting peace that deters future aggression? These were addressed by Georgetown University's Professor Lise Howard at NZIIA in Auckland recently. WATCH BACK: www.youtube.com/watch?v=faM2...

Register for the event with Sir Peter Gluckman in Rotorua on 20 August

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...

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...

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.

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.

Our Trump 2.0 session at #NZIIA2025 features Professor Lise Morjé Howard, Derek Grossman, Emily Mosley, and Professor Alan Tidwell.

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?

We're underway in our trade and economics session at #NZIIA2025 with Rosalie Nelson, Shamubeel Eaqub, Catherine Beard, Professor Jason Mika, and Juan Carlos Baker Pineda.

With growing geopolitical attention on the Pacific, how should New Zealand and the region respond to encourage cooperation and stability? Moderated by Caren Rangi.

At #NZIIA2025 we turn to a session on Pacific security with Mark Ramsden, Distinguished Professor Steven Ratuva, Associate Professor Anna Powles, Sione Tekiteki, and Trent Fulcher.

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.

Now at #NZIIA2025 we’ll hear from Hon Phil Twyford MP, Dr Reuben Steff, Professor Beth Greener, and Jacqui Caine on ‘New Zealand's foreign policy reset.’

How is the international system evolving? What does growing strategic competition and global instability mean for New Zealand and the region? Moderated by Dr Serena Kelly.

Now at #NZIIA2025, our global dynamics session featuring Zichen Wang @zichen.bsky.social, Professor Caitlin Byrne, Professor Lise Howard, and Abhishek Sharma.

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.

Now at #NZIIA2025 we explore international climate challenges with Chloe Swarbrick MP, Kate Wilson Butler, and Kristy Harrison. Is climate change an insurmountable challenge?

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

We're excited to hear from The Asia New Zealand Foundation as they launch new research on ‘New Zealanders' perceptions of Asia and Asian Peoples.’ How do New Zealanders’ perceptions influence our place in the region?

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.

The #NZIIA2025 conference has begun with 'The future for Ukraine and implications for New Zealand'.

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.