Committing $12 billion over the next four years with $9 billion in new spending, the Government seems intent on ensuring the development of significant capabilities for the New Zealand Defence Force, writes Editor-at-large Dr Peter […]
In an increasingly unstable environment, it is critical our NZDF are able to work closely with like-minded partners, writes Defence Minister Hon Judith Collins. There have been moments in my nearly 18 months as Minister […]
Now is a good time to consider building on our defence relationship with Canada, writes retired New Zealand Army Lieutenant Colonel and director and co-founder of Latent, Josh Wineera. As the government and the New […]
Renewed US focus on the Asia Pacific region will come with expectations that New Zealand increase its defence spending, writes Dr Wayne Mapp. How should we respond? President Trump has been in office for nearly […]
AI-powered MRO, extended reality in defence manufacturing, autonomous systems flipping naval warfare on its head, and tougher cybersecurity requirements are four key defence industry trends for 2025, writes Rob Mather, VP Aerospace & Defence at […]
Are the recent actions of the Chinese really the reason for the delay in the Defence Capability Plan, or do the politics of the coalition have a part to play?, asks editor-at-large Dr Peter Greener. […]
Being seen as a reliable security partner will be one way to ensuring our overall relationship with the US remains in good shape. With the Trump administration, however, the reverse is also likely to be […]
There can be little doubt that the soon to be released Defence Capability Plan will require substantial new expenditure over the next decade, writes Dr Wayne Mapp. The defence and foreign policy of New Zealand […]
Much of what is heralded as ‘new’ for Defence in Budget 2024 is actually old news, and it fails to provide new investment necessary to address pressing challenges, writes Hon Peeni Henare. Naturally at this […]
Colonel Mel Childs is the winner of the Women in Security Awards Aotearoa ‘Responding to natural disaster events’ category for her leadership in 2023 Cyclone Gabrielle response. COL Childs has been announced by the organisers […]
The NZDF needs to be a credible, combat-capable force that can work closely with international partners using assets and equipment that operate effectively and communicate securely, writes Defence Minister Judith Collins. As Minister of Defence […]
With its unmatched precision, Electro Optic Systems’ (EOS) Slinger counter-drone system is setting new standards for hard-kill on the move. As defence strategies evolve to address the threat of increasingly sophisticated uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), […]
Lieutenant Colonel Laura Cranston wins the Women in Security Awards Aotearoa ‘Contributing to defence and international security’ category for her work on UN Security Council Resolution on Women, Peace, and Security. LTCOL Cranston has been […]
Former Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade Secretary Brook Barrington has been appointed Secretary of Defence to replace the outgoing Andrew Bridgman on 01 July. Acting Public Service Commissioner Heather Baggott has today announced the […]
Outgoing head of the NZDF Air Marshal Kevin Short is made a Companion of the New Zealand Order of Merit (CNZM) and Wing Commander Mark Whiteside receives a Distinguished Service Decoration (DSD). Air Marshal Kevin […]
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