08 Sep 2026
1 month ago
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The New Zealand Government has extended the deployment of up to 70 NZDF personnel to support Ukraine’s self-defence, primarily training Ukrainian forces in Poland and providing intelligence, liaison, and logistics support as part of Operation Tīeke. This initiative focuses on specialist training in areas like electronic warfare and drone operations, reflecting New Zealand’s commitment to aiding Ukraine amid Russia’s aggression. The operation, emphasizing the broader security implications for Europe and the Indo-Pacific, will continue until 30 June 2028 alongside diplomatic, humanitarian, and economic support efforts.
08 Aug 2026
2 months ago
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New Zealand's Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced a new sanctions package targeting 33 individuals and entities supporting Russia's illegal war against Ukraine, with a focus on cyber actors and those involved in the forced relocation and re-education of Ukrainian children. The sanctions also address malicious cyber activities, propaganda efforts, and support from actors in Russia’s military-industrial complex as well as from the DPRK and Iran. Since March 2022, New Zealand has imposed sanctions on over 2,000 targets across 36 rounds, reinforcing its commitment to oppose Russia's aggression.
13 May 2026
5 months ago
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The speech addresses New Zealand’s need to adapt to a rapidly changing, multipolar world marked by shifting power dynamics, increased security threats, and challenges to the rules-based international order. It emphasizes strengthening national security through enhanced defense capabilities, energy independence, social cohesion, and fiscal responsibility, while maintaining and evolving international relationships and trade partnerships. The speaker calls for a collective effort to prepare New Zealand for future uncertainties by investing in resilience, unity, and prudent governance to secure the nation’s prosperity and values.
07 May 2026
5 months ago
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New Zealand has announced its 35th round of sanctions targeting 20 individuals and entities supporting Russia’s illegal war against Ukraine, including those involved in cybercrime, propaganda, and military support. The sanctions also address an alternative payment provider facilitating sanctions evasion and actors from the DPRK and Iran aiding Russia’s military-industrial complex. Since March 2022, New Zealand has sanctioned over 2000 targets and continues to implement measures to counter Russia’s aggression.
31 Mar 2026
6 months ago
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The New Zealand Government will award the New Zealand Special Service Medal (Support to Ukraine) to Defence personnel who have supported Ukraine’s self-defence following the Russian invasion, recognizing their challenging and impactful service as part of Operation Tīeke. This medal, approved in principle by the Prime Minister and pending Governor-General approval, will be given to those with at least thirty days of qualifying service, highlighting New Zealand’s commitment to upholding the international rules-based order. The NZSSM honors special service involving significant risk and psychological impact, distinct from operational service, and has previously recognized efforts in hazardous or extraordinary circumstances.
17 Mar 2026
7 months ago
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On 17 March 2026, Australian and New Zealand Defence and Foreign Affairs Ministers held the third ANZMIN 2+2 consultations in Canberra, reaffirming their strong alliance and commitment to regional peace, security, and cooperation, particularly in the Pacific. They addressed global challenges including the Middle East conflict, climate change, transnational crime, and strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific, emphasizing adherence to international law and multilateralism. The ministers condemned acts of aggression and human rights violations worldwide, supported Pacific-led initiatives, and committed to deepening partnerships and coordinated responses to security, humanitarian, and economic issues.
24 Feb 2026
8 months ago
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New Zealand will provide $8 million in new assistance to Ukraine, including $5 million for humanitarian aid and $3 million for energy resilience and reconstruction, raising its total aid to $45 million over four years. The government is also implementing its 34th round of sanctions against Russia, targeting oil price caps, shadow fleet vessels, and entities from Belarus, Iran, and North Korea that support Russia’s military efforts. These measures aim to curb Russia’s war capabilities and demonstrate New Zealand’s ongoing solidarity with Ukraine amid the ongoing conflict.
11 Feb 2026
8 months ago
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Defence Minister Judith Collins is attending the Munich Security Conference in Germany to engage with global leaders on key security issues affecting New Zealand. She will hold bilateral meetings with defence partners and speak on the interconnected security challenges in the Indo-Pacific and Euro-Atlantic regions, including Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Collins emphasizes the importance of New Zealand advocating for its interests as a small trading nation in a turbulent world and will return on 16 February.
04 Dec 2025
10 months ago
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Foreign Minister Winston Peters and Defence Minister Judith Collins announced New Zealand's $15 million contribution to the NATO and US-led Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List (PURL) to supply Ukraine with critical weapons and equipment. They emphasized the importance of supporting Ukraine’s defense for both European and Indo-Pacific security amid ongoing Russian aggression. New Zealand’s aid aligns with its international obligations and complements its broader diplomatic, military, humanitarian, and economic support efforts for Ukraine.
31 Oct 2025
12 months ago
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New Zealand and the Nordic countries are strengthening their cooperation based on shared strategic assessments, values, and development goals, as stated by Foreign Minister Winston Peters. During his visit to the Nordic region, Peters emphasized the commonality in worldviews, values, and the desire for economic cooperation between New Zealand and the Nordic countries. The visit included bilateral meetings with all five Nordic countries, discussions on supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression, and exploring opportunities for economic development collaboration, highlighting the potential for mutual benefit.
30 Oct 2025
12 months ago
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The Nordic countries and New Zealand emphasize their shared values, commitment to international law, sustainable development, and partnership. They support the rules-based international order, including international courts, and advocate for an effective and inclusive multilateral system centered around the United Nations. The joint statement also addresses concerns about armed conflicts globally, condemns Russia's actions in Ukraine, calls for peace in Gaza, highlights cooperation within NATO, emphasizes the importance of international trade, science, and innovation collaboration, and expresses commitment to supporting the Pacific region.
30 Oct 2025
12 months ago
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Foreign Minister Winston Peters announced new sanctions targeting Russia's oil trade during a meeting with Nordic 5 Foreign Ministers in Stockholm. New Zealand has sanctioned 65 shadow fleet vessels involved in shipping Russian oil, as well as actors from Belarus, Iran, and North Korea involved in the oil supply chain. These actions support international efforts to bring Russia to the negotiating table and mark New Zealand's 33rd round of Russia sanctions since the Russia Sanctions Act came into force in March 2022.
22 Oct 2025
1 year ago
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Foreign Minister Winston Peters and UK Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper met in London for the second annual NZ-UK Foreign Ministers’ Dialogue, highlighting the importance of their longstanding partnership. They discussed enhancing cooperation in bilateral security, economics, and addressing global challenges, such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Peters emphasized the shared values and commitment to upholding the international rules-based order, inviting Cooper to the next dialogue in New Zealand in 2026, as part of his broader European trip to countries like Iceland, Norway, Denmark, Sweden, and Finland.
12 Sep 2025
1 year ago
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New Zealand has joined Canada, the EU, and the UK in lowering the price cap on Russian crude oil to USD $47.60 per barrel to cut off funding for Putin's war in Ukraine. Additionally, New Zealand has sanctioned Russian actors involved in cyber-attacks, including military intelligence Unit 29155, for using malware against Ukrainian government networks. These sanctions mark New Zealand's 32nd round, targeting individuals, entities, vessels, and shadow fleet vessels involved in chemical weapons, disinformation, and illicit activities in North Korea and Iran.
11 Sep 2025
1 year ago
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New Zealand and the United Kingdom have updated their defence cooperation statement to address current global challenges, such as Russia's invasion of Ukraine and strategic competition in the Indo-Pacific. The two countries aim to increase interoperability and support collective security to uphold the international rules-based order. They have agreed to explore new areas of cooperation, including innovation, defense industrial supply chains, and common equipment, to strengthen their partnership in the face of evolving threats.