Politics • ChinaRising tensions: Expect more of our warships, China tells AustraliaA Chinese envoy to the Pacific signals increased naval presence near Australia amid a political standoff.Christine RovoiMon, 03 Mar
Politics • United States • China • Australia • Aotearoa New ZealandTrump sends US Indo-Pacific commander Down Under amid tensions with ChinaAdmiral Samuel Paparo's recent visit to Canberra signals President Donald Trump's renewed focus on the region.Christine RovoiThu, 27 Feb
Opinion • Aotearoa New Zealand • ChinaWill's Word: China trip is Peters' biggest test this yearTrade, Pacific security, China’s regional influence, and New Zealand’s role will be key topics when Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters meets his counterpart in Beijing.William TeriteTue, 25 Feb
Pacific Region • Aotearoa New Zealand • Australia • ChinaChina’s ‘shot across the bow’ raises Pacific security concernsA Canterbury University professor warns that China’s recent naval drills signify a dangerous turning point for the Pacific as Beijing’s military presence continues to grow in the region.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 24 Feb
Pacific Region • Cook Islands • Aotearoa New Zealand • ChinaCook Islands-China pact: Call for careful understanding of international relationsTensions continue to rise between New Zealand and the Cook Islands after the Pacific island nation forms a partnership with China, leading to a visible Chinese military presence in the Tasman Sea.Christine RovoiMon, 24 Feb
Opinion • Aotearoa New Zealand • ChinaWill's Word: Why is China flexing its military might in the Tasman Sea?As a Chinese navy fleet fires live rounds in the Tasman Sea, William Terite asks whether New Zealand is letting bigger powers walk all over us.William TeriteMon, 24 Feb
Politics • Cook Islands • China‘Very little detail’: PM Brown explains vague China agreementCook Islands-China deal 'opens the door' and sets framework but specific projects yet to be agreed, says Mark Brown.Rashneel Kumar, Cook Islands NewsSat, 22 Feb
Politics • Cook Islands • Aotearoa New Zealand • ChinaDouble standard? NZ criticises Cook Islands' China deal while backing US tiesPrime Minister Christopher Luxon dismisses notions of a double standard over New Zealand’s criticism of Cook Islands ties with China while backing closer relations with the United States.'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 19 Feb
Pacific Region • Cook Islands • Aotearoa New Zealand • China‘People feel blindsided’: Te Pāti Māori co-leader backs Cook Islands protestPrime Minister Mark Brown defends a China pact, but protesters - including Te Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer - say it risks key interests and lacks transparency.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 19 Feb
Politics • Cook Islands • ChinaProceedings underway in NZ following Cook Islands-China agreementRecent developments related to the China-Cook Islands deal indicate that Beijing will support Rarotonga in expanding its membership in international organisations. 'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 18 Feb
