- June 21st, 2025
In the stillness of a September dawn over the Pacific Ocean in 2024, a white-hot projectile arced into the stratosphere from a hidden launch site in mainland China. A thunderous plume of smoke marked the missile’s fiery departure. Hours later,...
The New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) has taken delivery of its first VAMTAC ST5 Medium tactical vehicle, marking a new chapter in military mobility and digital integration. The prototype vehicle, manufactured by Spain’s URO Vehículos Especiales S.A. (UROVESA), arrived in...
The Cook Islands signed a series of far-reaching agreements with China, including a comprehensive strategic partnership. These agreements represent more than bilateral cooperation; they reflect a broader geopolitical shift that could reshape power dynamics in the South Pacific. China’s growing...
Despite the Trump administration’s recent decision to halt intelligence sharing with Ukraine, France has pledged to continue providing intelligence support to Kyiv, French Armed Forces Minister Sébastien Lecornu said on Thursday. This move highlights growing European concerns about U.S. policy...
Global Bond Selloff Spreads as German Spending Plans Shake Markets Japan’s government bond yields have surged to their highest levels in over a decade, reflecting the broader turmoil sweeping global debt markets. The 10-year Japanese government bond (JGB) yield climbed...
New Zealand’s Updated Retirement Spending Guidelines and the Path to Financial Security Saving for retirement is a financial goal that often feels daunting, but with clear planning and smart investment choices, it’s achievable. This week, Massey University released updated retirement...
In a groundbreaking move that underscores the growing recognition of Indigenous rights and environmental stewardship, New Zealand has granted legal personhood to Mount Taranaki, now officially recognized by its Māori name, Taranaki Maunga. The new legislation, passed unanimously by Parliament...
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) has indicated that a significant further reduction in interest rates is likely early next year if the economy performs as forecasted. This announcement follows the Monetary Policy Committee’s (MPC) decision to cut the...
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) cut its cash rate for the third time in four months on Wednesday, trimming it by 50 basis points to 4.25%. The decision, which aligned with the expectations of most analysts, signaled the...
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