Asia Pacific: Here is a summary of significant articles published on ForeignAffairs.co.nz on May 31, 2025.
MIL-OSI Video: LIVE: Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks at the Shangri-La Dialogue 2025 in Singapore.
Source: United States Department of Defense (video statements) Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks at the Shangri-La Dialogue 2025 in Singapore, May 30, 2025 (EDT)/May 31, 2025 (Singapore). Hosted by the International Institute for Strategic Studies, the event is an opportunity to discuss the region’s most pressing security challenges and engage in important bilateral talks. […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Operation Purple – anti-social road user gathering in Levin
Source: New Zealand Police Attributable to Inspector Ash Gurney, Manawatū Area Prevention Manager: Ten people were arrested during a large anti-social road user event in the Levin and Palmerston North areas overnight, which saw five members of the public and two Police officers injured. Police were out on the streets overnight with plans in place […]
MIL-OSI China: China appoints new director for liaison office of central gov’t in HKSAR
Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News BEIJING, May 30 — China’s State Council announced on Friday that Zhou Ji was appointed director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), and national security adviser to the Committee for Safeguarding National Security of the […]
MIL-OSI USA News: MADE IN THE USA: President Trump’s Vision is Revitalizing American Industry
Source: US Whitehouse President Donald J. Trump heads to Pennsylvania today, where he’ll champion the partnership he brokered between U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel — a $14 billion investment that will create at least 70,000 jobs and ensure steel is made in America for decades to come. AMERICAN JOBS, AMERICAN STEEL. The landmark agreement comes […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Defence News – The latest update on the HMNZS Manawanui response
Source: New Zealand Defence Force We’ve reached an important stage in the Manawanui response, with the salvors’ barge returning to New Zealand from Samoa and commencing demobilisation, NZDF Senior National Representative for Operation Resolution, Commodore Andrew Brown said. “On board was the equipment and debris from in and around HMNZS Manawanui that could not be […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Port of Auckland fee increases cause concern for industry – Transporting NZ
Source: Ia Ara Aotearoa Transporting New Zealand National road freight association Transporting New Zealand is voicing strong concerns over the Port of Auckland’s (POAL) announced increases to Vehicle Booking System (VBS) fees, warning these price hikes at the country’s largest import port will have major repercussions for businesses and consumers. Trucks have been charged $130 per […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Northland News – Finalists for Whakamānawa ā Taiao – Environmental Awards
Source: Northland Regional Council Finalists have been named for the sixth Northland Regional Council Whakamānawa ā Taiao – Environmental Awards which recognise individuals, groups and organisations helping to protect and improve Northland’s environment. Council Chair Geoff Crawford says the 2025 awards are the first since the transition to a biennial event. (The previous awards were in […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Local News – Hutt City Council considers non-binding referendum question on exploring council amalgamation
Source: Hutt City Council Hutt City Council is considering adding a non-binding referendum question to this year’s local election ballot, asking whether the community supports exploring regional amalgamation. If approved at a full council meeting next month, the following question will be included in voting papers: “Should Hutt City Council work with councils in Wellington, Upper […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Employment Issues – Community Corrections staff gearing up for industrial action – PSA
Source: PSA Community Corrections staff – who manage the 26,000 people the Department of Corrections is responsible for outside of prisons – are gearing up to take industrial action. Community Corrections staff – including Probation Officers and Electronic Monitoring staff – are frustrated with low pay and ballooning workloads further fuelled by anger over the Government’s […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Stats NZ information release: Greenhouse gas emissions (industry and household): Year ended 2023
Greenhouse gas emissions (industry and household): Year ended 2023 – information release 30 May 2025 Greenhouse gas emissions statistics include the emissions by gas type for both industries and households, the emissions intensity (emissions in relation to GDP/economic output) for industries, and tourism-related emissions. Industry and household emissions estimates use the latest New Zealand Greenhouse Gas […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Home consents down in the month of April 2025 – Stats NZ media and information release: Building consents issued: April 2025
Home consents down in the month of April 2025 – media release 30 May 2025 There were 2,418 new homes consented in April 2025, down 17 percent compared with April 2024, according to figures released by Stats NZ today. “The drop in number of new homes consented in April 2025 may have been impacted by the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: NIWA releases Seasonal Climate Outlook – June to August 2025
Source: NIWA Air temperatures are expected to be above average across all New Zealand regions for this winter season, according to NIWA’s Seasonal Climate Outlook for June – August 2025. While cold snaps and frost will occur, they are expected to be less frequent than usual, says NIWA Principal Scientist Chris Brandolino. Rainfall totals during the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Smokefree 2025: A promise gone up in smoke – Asthma Foundation
Source: Asthma and Respiratory Foundation Smokefree 2025 was within reach. Now, it’s a milestone we’re set to miss. As the globe marks World Smokefree Day this Saturday, 31 May, the Asthma and Respiratory Foundation NZ is reminding Kiwis that this was the year New Zealand was meant to become smokefree. “Instead, the Government rolled back the […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Universities – Experts examine climate impacts on Pacific health – UoA
Source: University of Auckland (UoA) The devastating impacts of climate change on health in the Pacific Islands will be discussed at a symposium at the University of Auckland on 5 June. Dr Roannie Ng Shiu, a director of the university’s Te Poutoko Ora a Kiwa – Centre for Pacific and Global Health, says the symposium […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Te Roopu Tupeka Kore Launches Powerful New Documentary on Māori Tobacco Control
Source: Hapai Te Hauora Te Roopu Tupeka Kore, the Māori Tobacco Control network, is proud to launch Our Documentary: The Whakapapa of Māori Tobacco Control in Aotearoa New Zealand at Wainuiomata Marae, Lower Hutt, on 30th May 2025, as part of World Smokefree May. The collective, made up of Māori organisations and advocates, has long fought […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Wine Sector – APPELLATION MARLBOROUGH WINE UNVEILS GROUNDBREAKING INTERACTIVE WINE MAP
Source: Appellation Marlborough Wine APPELLATION MARLBOROUGH WINE UNVEILS GROUNDBREAKING INTERACTIVE WINE MAP Digital Platform Revolutionises Understanding of New Zealand’s Premier Wine Region Marlborough, New Zealand, May 2025 – Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW) today launches its highly anticipated Interactive Wine Map of Marlborough, a cutting-edge digital platform set to transform how wine professionals and enthusiasts experience […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Housing Market – Cotality First home buyer activity strong, but entering market later
Source: Cotality Cotality-Westpac NZ First Home Buyer Report draws on Cotality’s extensive housing market data, as well as Westpac’s information about borrowers, to offer fresh insight into the purchasing behaviours, property preferences and financial profiles of New Zealand’s first-time home buyers (FHBs). The report shows the number of first home buyers has picked up in […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Local Politics – Te Whatanui Leka Skipwith Announces Candidacy for Māori Ward in Rotorua Local Body Elections Rotorua, Aotearoa
Source: Te Whatanui Leka Skipwith Te Whatanui Leka Skipwith, a dedicated kaitiaki and staunch advocate for the protection of Rotokākahi, yesterday announced his candidacy for the Māori ward in the upcoming Rotorua local body elections. Driven by the unwavering support, guidance, and leadership of his whānau and hapū, Skipwith is stepping forward to bring about […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: EMA Statement – RMA Announcements on Right Track
Source: EMA Today’s Resource Management Act (RMA) changes announced by Ministers Bishop, McClay and Watts, are a significant step forward in making the building and connection of networks and critical infrastructure much easier, says the Employers and Manufacturers Association (EMA). “Creating firm national direction through National Policy Statements and National Environmental Standards, which consenting councils then […]
MIL-OSI New Zealand: Tertiary Education – Te Pūkenga continues strong growth in international education amidst ongoing sector change
Source: Te Pukenga Thursday 29 May 2025 – Te Pūkenga continues strong growth in international education amidst ongoing sector change Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology continues its growth trajectory in international student numbers, with enrolments, revenue, and international partnerships, all increasing strongly. Te Pūkenga Chief Executive Gus Gilmore acknowledged the hard work […]