A couple of weeks ago, Ms Helen Clark's bid for the position of United Nations Secretary General (UNSG) came to an end. There were many eyebrows raised at the straw polls' results whilst some were baffled by this outcome. On the other hand, one analyst said Ms Clark didn't even have a chance at all. There … Continue reading Helen Clark’s UNSG bid
Current Affairs
China’s ambitions
The issue is still being debated whether China is a status-quo or a revisionist power. Is it a status-quo situation in South China Sea? China’s ambition in the South China Sea: is a legitimate maritime order possible?
Intelligence and analysis
Last week was quite an interesting week. Intelligence and Security in a Free Society: Report of the First Independent Review of Intelligence and Security in New Zealand was released by Hon Sir Michael Cullen, KNZM and Dame Patsy Reddy, DNZM. Local media was quick to respond by focusing on various aspects like "permission to spy … Continue reading Intelligence and analysis
Faultline Report 