New Zealand toughens stance on China's claims in South China Sea
Professor David Capie writes for Stuff on New Zealand joining a growing number of countries setting out their legal position on the disputes and territory claims.
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Afghanistan: The end of strategic optimism
It could be a long time before western nations try to intervene again to rebuild other countries' institutions and political systems, writes Robert Ayson for Newsroom.
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CSS webinars are now available for viewing
During the pandemic, the Centre for Strategic Studies has held a number of webinars on subjects from the impact of COVID in Southeast Asia to the challenges facing the Biden Administration.
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Podcast: New Zealand's Indo-Pacific Recalibration
In an Apple Podcast, Prof Capie argues that despite NZ's traditional focus on trade and economy in the Asia-Pacific region, it is increasingly thinking more critically about potential geopolitical & security challenges.
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Incline: NZ's place in the world
Incline, edited by CSS Director Dr David Capie and Professor Robert Ayson, is an independent website which publishes analysis and commentary on issues and trends that impact New Zealand's international relations.
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Biden’s Asia policy will be controversial
On economic interdependence, China, Taiwan and North Korea, there is no way to avoid controversy while serving US interests, writes Dr Van Jackson.
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Prof. Gill on US-China Rivalry
CSS hosted a public lecture by Professor Bates Gill. Click the headline for more information and youtube link to the lecture.
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'All up in smoke': New Zealand's 20 years and 10 lives lost in Afghanistan
Professor David Capie is interviewed by Stuff on the Taliban's takeover of Afghanistan after the withdrawal of US and US allies troops.
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How to avoid a repeat of Samoa's election crisis
Dr Iati Iati is interviewed by Newsroom on the Samoa election crisis and the recent political history of Samoa.