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'Cash cow' NZ driving drug crisis in Pacific - crime expert
A transnational crime expert says New Zealand and Australia's status as the "cash cows" of the Pacific methamphetamine market is a driving factor in the drug crisis facing the region.
'From moral duty to legal obligation': Pacific church leader hails ICJ ruling
Pacific Conference of Churches secretary-geeneral says the landmark climate ruling from the world's top court is a significant win, but much more work is needed. Audio
NZ not part of 'trifecta' with Cook Islands and China, Peters says
Foreign Minister Winston Peters has rejected the idea that the Cook Islands had effectively described New Zealand as a third party in its agreement with China.
'Biggest number we've had': Pacific dengue cases highest in a decade
Dengue cases in the Pacific are at their highest since 2016, with nearly 19,000 people affected, the World Health Organisation says. Audio
NZ joining AUKUS would make geopolitical waves - expert
A geopolitics analyst says New Zealand joining AUKUS would further intensify geopolitical tensions, which the Pacific region does not need. Audio