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Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: Calling NZ ‘Aotearoa’ is a distraction from the real issue

Winston Peters and Shane Jones' remarks on Ricardo Menéndez March raise questions about their stance on migrants, but are we missing the bigger picture?

William TeriteThu, 20 Feb

Politics

Pacific MPs reflect on tensions at Waitangi pōwhiri

Following a heated welcome ceremony, Carmel Sepuloni and Teanau Tuiono weigh in on the political divisions.

'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 05 Feb

Politics •

Kiribati

Winston Peters regrets publicity surrounding cancelled Kiribati visit

The Deputy Prime Minister laments the attention over his planned meeting with the Kiribati leadership, but stresses accountability works both ways in Pacific diplomacy.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 29 Jan

Politics

Ceasefire in Gaza: A moment of hope or caution?

New Zealand has welcomed the ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, but academic Fuimaono Dylan Asafo says Aotearoa must do more.

'Alakihihifo VailalaSat, 18 Jan

Politics

‘We owe it to the Palestinians’ - Green Party

Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters says the ceasefire is a vital first step while the Greens want an end to the occupation of Palestine.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 16 Jan

Politics

2025 predictions: Change and transition in NZ and beyond

This year is shaping up to be one of bold moves and significant shifts, writes PMN political reporter 'Alakihihifo Vailala.

'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 15 Jan

Politics

NZ defends 'independent' Pacific diplomacy

As geopolitical tensions rise in the region, the Government reinforces Aotearoa’s commitments to Pasifika at home and in the islands.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 19 Dec

Politics

‘It wasn’t a hīkoi, it was a carkoi’

Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters and Debbie Ngarewa-Packer weigh in on the haka, the hīkoi, and the Treaty Principles Bill.

'Alakihihifo VailalaMon, 25 Nov

Politics •

Sāmoa

Politicians reflect on historic Sāmoa Citizenship Bill

While celebrated as a victory for ‘Pasifika justice’, questions remain about the bill's limitations.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 21 Nov

Politics •

Sāmoa

One amendment added to citizenship bill

However, Teanau Tuiono’s two amendments to the bill were voted down by the Government.

'Alakihihifo VailalaThu, 07 Nov

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