Insights

‘Insights’ is the weekly newsletter of The New Zealand Initiative. Every Friday it provides comment pieces on domestic and global policy issues and the state of the world as such. It is a newsletter serious enough for a think tank – and lighthearted enough for an enjoyable Friday afternoon read. Please subscribe to ‘Insights’ by visiting the website of The New Zealand Initiative: www.nzinitiative.org.nz

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The chameleon party

02/08/2024
The Green Party’s evolving stance on the waka-jumping law, from opposition to support and now potential use, showcases remarkable political flexibility and adaptation.

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The West in crisis

05/07/2024
Recent events in the Western world, including political unrest, economic instability, and social decay, signal a systemic crisis. Western societies must recommit to foundational values to overcome this decline.

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An overdue reckoning

27/06/2024
The Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s Chief Economist delivered a speech on inflation, lacking accountability for the country’s economic issues caused by its policies.

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The flightless fiasco

21/06/2024
New Zealand’s international mishaps, including the Prime Minister’s aviation troubles, reflect the nation’s quirky yet captivating charm and willingness to poke fun at itself.

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Open for investment

14/06/2024
The New Zealand Initiative advocates for a more welcoming stance on foreign direct investment. Recent government reforms aim to streamline approval processes and signal broader reform.

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D-Day’s legacy for New Zealand

07/06/2024
On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, it’s important to remember the 10,000 New Zealanders who supported the landings in Normandy. Today, they inspire us to defend freedom and democracy in the face of new challenges.

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