Leftist Kiwi Writes Energy, Foreign Affairs, N.Z. National Party, New Zealand Affairs, Politics

The need to reform N.Z.’s energy sector

Marsden Point refinery should not be the only energy infrastructure we invest in. (Wikipedia) As the U.S./Israel war against Iran continues, it is clear that Iran holds a degree of geopolitical influence in the Middle East that many have overlooked. It also highlights how important a body of salt water between Iran and Saudi Arabia … Continue reading The need to reform N.Z.’s energy sector

Leftist Kiwi Writes New Zealand Affairs, Parliament, Political Parties, Politics, Te Pati Maori

Maori Party hiding in from N.Z. public

Maori Party co-leaders Debbie Ngarewa-Packer and Rawiri Waititi (Radio N.Z.) Yesterday marked 7 months to the 7 November New Zealand general election, an event that could define New Zealand for decades to come. It is an election in a year where New Zealand's preparedness for international crises is being tested. With the worst possibly still … Continue reading Maori Party hiding in from N.Z. public

Leftist Kiwi Writes Government, N.Z. National Party, New Zealand Affairs, Politics, The Opportunity Party

Six months from N.Z. election, is Luxon fit for Prime Minister?

Fuel prices in Christchurch a week ago (R. Glennie) It is 05 April 2026, and as New Zealand go about their Easter break and the start of the school holidays, National Party M.P.'s will be quietly alarmed with the most recent polls. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has a grand opportunity to turn around the barrage … Continue reading Six months from N.Z. election, is Luxon fit for Prime Minister?

Leftist Kiwi Writes Foreign Affairs, N.Z. Labour Party, New Zealand Affairs, New Zealand First, Political Parties, Politics, The Opportunity Party

The Labour M.P., who could give Winston Peters a foreign policy challenge

Labour M.P. and potential Minister of Foreign Affairs, Vanushi Walters (Herald/Mark Mitchell) A couple of weeks ago, Labour announced it was having an overhaul of its front line spokespeople. As a non-Labour voter wondering what Hipkins is doing to rejuvenate his front bench, the reshuffle was expected. Many of the announcements were fairly expected, but … Continue reading The Labour M.P., who could give Winston Peters a foreign policy challenge

Leftist Kiwi Writes New Zealand Affairs, New Zealand First, Political Parties

New Zealand First putting New Zealand last

New Zealand First caucus (N.Z. First). The World Health Organization is one of a number of global organizations that fall under the United Nations umbrella, which New Zealand is a member of. New Zealand lives as a nation in a connected world where we have to work with neighbouring countries and share data about medical … Continue reading New Zealand First putting New Zealand last