Celebrating 25 Years of Scoop
Latest Foreign Affairs Headlines
Deputy PM And Foreign Minister Of New Zealand Rt Hon. Winston Peters To Visit Niue
Wed, 3 Jul 2024 15:57:12 +1200 | Government Of Niue
The visit will focus on urgent development and strategic challenges in Niue. The Deputy Prime Minister will tour key infrastructure projects such as the Renewable Energy project site, Niue High School and meet with key stakeholders to discuss ongoing ...More >>
Prime Minister Heads To United States For NATO
Wed, 3 Jul 2024 09:14:08 +1200 | New Zealand Government
Mr Luxon will begin his visit by building New Zealand’s profile with politicians in Washington DC, meeting members of the US Administration and of Congress. More >>
New Zealand, Solomons Boost Partnership
Tue, 2 Jul 2024 17:46:11 +1200 | New Zealand Government
“Solomon Islands is a very important Pacific partner for New Zealand, and we are pleased to be findings ways to do more together for mutual benefit,” Mr Peters says.More >>
Minister Seleso Meets Japan’s Ambassador To Solomon Islands
Tue, 2 Jul 2024 16:32:12 +1200 | Solomon Islands Government
In the brief courtesy meeting, Hon. Minister Seleso acknowledged the profound and meaningful relationship between Solomon Islands and Japan dating back to 1978 when the country gained its political independence.More >>
Handover Of Airfield In Solomons
Tue, 2 Jul 2024 16:17:04 +1200 | New Zealand Government
New Zealand and Australia have highlighted their strong commitment to Solomon Islands aviation and economic development through the handover of the upgraded Seghe Airfield today.More >>
Victoria University Lecturer Says New Zealand Framing China As 'The Devil' Insincere
Sun, 30 Jun 2024 15:03:31 +1200 | RNZ
Dr Iati Iati said one example is the lack of substance behind the notion that China is militarising the Pacific region. More >>
ICHRP Condemns Proposed Visiting Forces Agreement Between New Zealand And The Philippines
Sat, 29 Jun 2024 15:38:46 +1200 | ICHRP
A VFA between the two countries is an agreement to have closer military ties making it easier for the armed forces of the two countries to work together. More >>
Russia Bans Another 36 New Zealanders From Entering Borders
Sat, 29 Jun 2024 14:13:08 +1200 | RNZ
Journalists, scholars, defence personnel, public servants and mayors are all on the list. More >>
Submissions Now Open On The International Treaty Examinations Relating To ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free Trade Area
Thu, 27 Jun 2024 20:20:21 +1200 | Foreign Affairs Defence and Trade Committee
The Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade Committee is inviting public submissions on two related international treaty examinations. The two agreements are: • Second Protocol to Amend the Agreement Establishing the ASEAN-Australia-New Zealand Free ...More >>
RIMPAC Deployment Highlights New Zealand’s Hypocrisy
Thu, 27 Jun 2024 17:38:17 +1200 | Peace Movement Aotearoa
Multiple conflicts with NZ’s stated commitment to nuclear disarmament, the rules-based order, international law, and human rights More >>
High-level Political Delegation To Visit Pacific
Thu, 27 Jun 2024 14:53:18 +1200 | New Zealand Government
Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Winston Peters will lead a high-level political delegation to Solomon Islands, Nauru and Niue next week.More >>
Two Charged At Defence House RIMPAC Protest This Morning
Wed, 26 Jun 2024 16:21:45 +1200 | Peace Action Wellington
The two activists were charged with trespass and will face court in the coming weeks. More >>
How Far Can NZ Boldly Go With The US Space Force?
Tue, 25 Jun 2024 17:10:05 +1200 | RNZ
Analysis - NZ is increasingly active in the US military's Space Force, but how bold can it be when America's moves to ramp up space capabilities are encased in anti-China rhetoric?More >>
Christopher Luxon Gets A 'C' On Japan Trade Trip
Sat, 22 Jun 2024 16:47:02 +1200 | RNZ
Power Play - The trade mission was overshadowed by a distraction for which the prime minister has only himself to blame. More >>
'We Cannot Have Peace Without Independence' - New Caledonia Government
Thu, 20 Jun 2024 15:57:39 +1200 | RNZ
New Caledonia will always get into trouble if the case of independence is not taken into consideration," New Caledonia government spokesperson Charles Wea says. More >>
PSNA Issues Notice To The Government For Complicity In Israel’s Genocidal War In Gaza
Thu, 20 Jun 2024 13:08:50 +1200 | Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa
The Palestine Solidarity Network Aotearoa (PSNA) has issued the government a "letter of demand" for complicity with Israel’s genocidal war in Gaza. More >>
On Why We Shouldn’t Buy New Planes For The PM
Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:25:04 +1200 | Gordon Campbell
Do we really “need” a special plane to fly trade missions and media around the globe? Many people would probably like to know to what extent they are subsidising the travels of the corporates on board – is it partially, or totally?More >>
No Breakthrough In Hostage Kiwi Pilot Talks Held By Papua Rebels
Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:08:15 +1200 | RNZ
All parties, including Papuan rebels who took Phillip Mehrtens hostage, want the New Zealand pilot released but freeing him is "complicated". More >>
How Corporations Are Fueling Geopolitical Tensions And Global Conflicts In The 21st Century
Wed, 19 Jun 2024 12:00:52 +1200 | Independent Media Institute
Multinational corporations with global reach are increasingly getting entangled in conflicts and geopolitical rivalries by supporting multiple sides. As the U.S.-led global order faces challenges, their influence as transnational actors will only ...More >>
NZ Enhances North Korea Sanctions Monitoring
Tue, 18 Jun 2024 16:36:46 +1200 | New Zealand Government
New Zealand will enhance its defence contributions to monitoring violations of sanctions against North Korea, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced today. More >>
