The NZIIA Podcast

Welcome to the podcast of the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs (NZIIA). Here we foster expert discussion of international affairs, especially as they relate to Aotearoa New Zealand. These are the views of those speaking, and not of the Institute. To find out more visit www.nziia.org.nz.

The NZIIA Podcast is a education podcast hosted by New Zealand Institute of International Affairs (NZIIA), with 25 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

New Zealand Institute of International Affairs (NZIIA) hosts The NZIIA Podcast, a education show with 25 episodes published.

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  Rising Global Autocracy and its Impact on New Zealand

  Oct 22, 20251h 2mS0

  <p>An expert panel discussion on the global rise of autocracies, effects on New Zealand and how citizens and societies can respond. </p><p>Organised by the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs (NZIIA) in collaboration with the Global Studies Programme at the University of Auckland. Featuring contributions by:</p>Associate Professor Chris OgdenAssociate Professor Timothy KuhnerAssociate Professor Maria ArmoudianProfessor Jennifer Curtin<p>Support the show</p>

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  Is climate change an insurmountable challenge?

  Sep 7, 20251h 17mS0

  <p>This conversation occurred at the New Zealand Institute of International Affairs flagship conference in Wellington on June 2025. Climate change is one of the gravest threats to New Zealand’s security and prosperity, and ultimately our wellbeing. The New Zealand Government has three priorities in addressing this challenge, including climate diplomacy and international negotiations, supporting climate action and resilience in the Pacific region, and supporting a domestic transition at home. <br/><br/>But is what New Zealand and the global community doing sufficient? What more can be done to address and mitigate climate change internationally, while mitigating potential negative economic, soc...

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  Trump 2.0: what it means for New Zealand and the World

  Sep 4, 20251h 6mS0

  <p>This discussion occurred at the NZIIA flagship conference in Wellington in June 2025. The return of US President Donald Trump to the White House has created tumultuous news on a daily basis. The Administration’s approach to Ukraine, the Middle East, international trade, competition with China and reform of US Government institutions are creating shockwaves, and may have very long-lasting effects on the international system. The ‘reckons’ on where US foreign and trade policy are heading are everywhere. But how do we cut through all the noise to understand exactly where rhetoric differs from action? How are countries like New Zealan...

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  Trade and economics in a geopolitical maelstrom

  Sep 2, 20251h 11mS0

  <p>This discussion occurred at the NZIIA flagship conference in Wellington in June 2025. </p><p>The New Zealand Government has unveiled a ‘Going for Growth’ strategy to enable economic growth, deliver more jobs and grow incomes. Central to the strategy are efforts to double exports by value in 10 years and increase foreign investment. Yet many nations are placing lesser priority on open economic relations with countries like New Zealand, as the world becomes more securitised, fragmented and unstable. Is New Zealand’s economic strategy aware enough of the global challenges? What more can be done to retain and grow New Zealand...

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  A changing international (dis)order: implications for New Zealand & the region

  Sep 1, 20251h 20mS0

  <p>This discussion occurred at the NZIIA Conference in Wellington in June 2025. </p><p>For decades, New Zealand’s approach to international relations has been driven by a pursuit of multilateralism, collective security and free trade. Since the end of the Cold War, this has been enabled to some extent by the pre-eminence of US power. However, the international order and the institutions underpinning it, are changing. The rise of China and other Asian powers is altering international affairs in profound ways, sparking competition and instability. Erosion of democratic norms and authoritarianism is also making indelible marks on world affairs. Lik...

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