Politics
Winston Peters confirms plans to visit India next week
The foreign minister announces plans to visit India, Indonesia and Singapore as part of his first trip to Asia in this coalition government.
Asian candidates demonstrated fundraising prowess in 2023 election
National Party candidates of Indian descent led the pack, according to figures released by the Electoral Commission last month.
Indian New Zealanders celebrate consecration of Hindu temple in Ayodhya
Thousands attended an event in Auckland a day before official ceremonies were broadcast from India, though not everyone supports the festivities.
India to open Auckland consulate by end of 2024
New Delhi has committed to opening a consulate general in Auckland that provides fully fledged consular services.
Taiwanese New Zealanders keep close eye on Taiwan election outcome
Taiwanese New Zealanders are unsure what William Lai's victory in the presidential election might mean in terms of cross-strait ties with China.
Taiwan elects William Lai president in historic election
Lai wins an unprecedented third consecutive presidential term for his pro-sovereignty party, cementing a path that is increasingly divergent from China.
Mixed reactions over government’s 100-day plan on law and order
The Indian community wants more resources devoted to victim support as well as measures to tackle serious youth offending.
Parliament 2023: Year of the shake-up
The House offers a recap on the many changes that Parliament went through in 2023, including the increased use of Te Reo and efforts to make parliament more accessible for people who live with… Audio
What English being an 'official language' would mean
The coalition deal between NZ First and National refers to giving English official status. But what would that involve?
New proposed tenacy polices put renters against landlords
Under the new coalition governmnet, landlords may soon be able to evict tenants without providing a reason.
Coalition government confirms pledge to prioritise free trade deal with India
The incoming government also appears to align on issues of crime and immigration under the coalition deal signed by the leaders of National, ACT and New Zealand First.
Week in Politics: Peters' no show steals the show
Analysis - Winston Peters' no show at the talks on Tuesday created controversy and is being described as a "humiliating show of political brinkmanship", writes Peter Wilson.
'A lot more to do' after week of deliberations - Christopher Luxon
The incoming prime minister met with the leaders of ACT and New Zealand First this week to discuss the formation of the new government with little revealed.
Eight MPs of Asian descent to represent their communities in Parliament
Asian lawmakers fail to increase their representation in the Beehive after matching the number they achieved in 2017 and 2020.
Chinese representation in Parliament likely limited to a single lawmaker
Carlos Cheung, confirmed winner of the Mt Roskill electorate, wants more Asian representation in New Zealand's Parliament in future.
National lacks Indian representation in Parliament for second consecutive term
Indian community's fears are confirmed by the announcement of the final results for the 2023 election.
Eight MPs of Asian descent to represent their communities in Parliament
Asian lawmakers fail to increase their representation in the Beehive after matching the number they achieved in 2017 and 2020.
APEC faces up to the China challenge
Analysis - Superpower rivalry at APEC, with China and the US vying for influence in the Pacific, is expected to put extra pressure on the alliance.
Luxon eyes Indian representation in Parliament from National ‘in due course’
National's leader responds to questions about his party's failure to secure Indian representation in Parliament.
Auckland's Mt Roskill votes for change, now the hard part begins
Voters in the country's most Asian electorate are counting on the new government to deliver on its promises to cut crime and give the economy a shot in the arm.