Localising Global Aotearoa

Podcast produced and first broadcast at Free FM 89.0 - a platform for direct involvement in the media. Hamilton Kirikiriroa, NZ

How manaakitanga plays a part in our values based approached to foreign ministry when we respond.

The close and sometimes challenging (if we’re talking rugby) relationship between Australia and New Zealand. From indigenous collaboration, the Anzacs, Five-Eyes, simplifying our border processes, to more difficult points around 501 policy and deporting New Zealanders back to New Zealand who have called Australia home all their lives... Highlighting our shared interests and differences regarding defence, climate change and the regional impacts, and our values-based policies on immigration and foreign ministry.

Minister of foreign Affairs Nanaia Mahuta explores the special, close and enduring relationships within the Pacific. Talking points include our responsibilities based on ancient and more contemporary connections; the future challenges for Pacific nations and how Aotearoa can play a role; and our joint interests regarding fisheries, climate change and sustainability in New Zealand and across the Pacific.

Nanaia Mahuta shares her whakapapa and the significant influence her indigenous cultural upbringing has played in guiding her her entry into New Zealand politics and why a young Māori wahine would choose a political future in such a male dominated arena. And she shares the many facets and responsibilities of New Zealands Foreign Ministry portfolio.