Podcasts about foreign minister winston peters

An International Relations Expert says the Prime Minister will set the record straight in China regarding the pause on Cook Island aid funding. Foreign Minister Winston Peters has put millions of dollars in developmental aid on hold - saying trust needs to be restored. The island nation signed a comprehensive strategic partnership with China, without reference to New Zealand, despite our two countries' official special relationship. International Relations Expert Robert Patman says the timing of his current visit to China, isn't great. He says he's sure Luxon will make the point the Cook Islands were informed well before this visit. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The government says it's exploring its options for evacuating New Zealanders from Israel and Iran but it could be weeks before air space re-opens. Foreign Minister Winston Peters spoke to Corin Dann.

In today's episode, Foreign Minister Winston Peters speaks about plans to evacuate New Zealanders from Israel and Iran. Donald Trump is leaving open the possibility he'll step into the fighting between Israel and Iran. New Zealand has paused its core sector support funding for the Cook Islands after its government signed partnership agreements with China earlier this year. Magic mushroom drug psilocybin will soon be available for patients with treatment-resistant depression. And we cross to Australia for our weekly chat with Kerry-Anne Walsh.

The UN is warning that 14,000 babies are estimated to be suffering severe acute malnutrition in Gaza - and ideally they need to get supplies within 48 hours. Foreign Affairs Minister Winston Peters spoke to Corin Dann.

On the 22nd of April 2025, the Palestinian Solidarity Network Aotearoa, or PSNA, wrote to the New Zealand Foreign Minister, Winston Peters, requesting that New Zealand initiate the call for an internationally enforced "no-fly" zone over Gaza. PSNA Co-Chair, John Minto, said that it would be "a small but practical step to blunt Israel's continuing genocidal attacks on Palestinians". Producer Max spoke with John Minto, to talk about the appeal to Foreign Minister Winston Peters, New Zealand's commitment to the region, as well as the impact it would have if New Zealand were to take action.

New Zealand has given Vanuatu a further 10 million dollars to support Port Vila's recovery from the deadly 7.3 quake in December. Foreign Minister Winston Peters made the announcement while in the capital on his last stop of his week long Pacific trip. RNZ Grace Fiavaai has more.

The Foreign Minister says Pacific links with the United States are more important than ever. Grace Tinetali-Fiavaai has more.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has been in Hawaii this week, where he gave a speech discussing the United States tariffs on the rest of the world. But in that speech he criticised use of the term "trade war" - despite Prime Minister Christopher Luxon using the term himself. It also comes after Luxon had a number of conversations with world leaders. Peters said the pair hadn't discussed Luxon's speech or his calls with world leaders ahead of time: “So I hope that he'll get my message and he'll call me next time”. Is there a row brewing between the pair? Newstalk ZB chief political reporter Sophie Trigger joined Nick Mills for the Beehive Buzz. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week amid retaliatory tariff hikes between the US and China, the New Zealand Prime Minister made several calls to world leaders to discuss global trade. Foreign Minister Winston Peters took aim at this on Friday, pointing out that Christopher Luxon neglected to consult him about the calls. Prime Minister Christopher Luxon spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters sent a blunt message to the Prime Minister as Donald Trump's tariffs continue to spark uncertainty around the world. Peters indicated Chris Luxon was premature in joining global talks calling for free trade, in opposition to the tariff rollout. NZ Herald political editor Claire Trevett says Peters expecting Luxon to follow his lead was unusual - but a courtesy call was warranted. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The former New Zealand High Commissioner to the United Kingdom Phil Goff was sacked from his job as a diplomat for publicly questioning Donald's Trump understanding of history. The Foreign Minister Winston Peters wasted no time sacking him saying he wasn't paid to "free think." Goff is doubling down on his criticism, likening President Trump to a school yard bully nobody challenges and accusing of him of lying about Russia's war on Ukraine. Phil Goff spoke to Lisa Owen.

Tonight on The Panel, Wallace Chapman is joined by panellists Allan Blackman and Nicky Pellegrino. They discuss the meeting between Foreign Minister Winston Peters and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and how a change in approach to rates could spell the end for AirBnB hosts in Wellington.

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Wednesday, 19 March 2025, consumer confidence has taken another hit, Westpac economist Satish Ranchod tells Ryan Bridge that global uncertainty is making us nervous. Foreign Minister Winston Peters on the show after his big meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington DC. Richlisters want to build a new stadium at Auckland's Western Springs, but Auckland Councillor Maurice Williamson says he's got questions about what's in it for ratepayers. Plus, Ryan tries to find out what his fellow workers are being paid. Will anyone tell him? Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An international relations expert said Foreign Minister Winston Peters has a difficult task ahead, as he heads into a meeting with his United States counterpart. It comes after Winston Peters meets with two other Trump officials, and discussions about the US's role in the Pacific. Political reporter Lillian Hanly filed this report.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters is due to meet with his counterpart Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Political reporter Lillian Hanly spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has concluded his meeting with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Political Reporter Lillian Hanly spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

On today's episode, Foreign Minister Winston Peters and American counterpart, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, are meeting now in what Peters has described a "dramatically changed" American diplomatic scene, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin have wrapped up their highly anticipated phone call on how to end to the war in Ukraine, the TAB offered a $150 million deal to the government in a bid to secure an online casino licence, Nottingham Forest star Chris Wood is back home which has local fans excited, but they're likely to be even more excited knowing that he would like to finish off his career playing back here, and it was once known as the "world's ugliest fish", but the blob fish fin-ished in first place in New Zealand's fish of the year competition earlier this week.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters is in Washington DC ahead of his first face to face meeting with the new administration, a meeting with his counterpart Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Winston Peters himself says is "extraordinarily important". Political reporter Lillian Hanly spoke to Lisa Owen.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has had his first meetings in Washington DC - ahead of the main event with Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Lillian Hanly is in Washington DC and spoke to Corin Dann.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has been in meetings with US officials in Washington DC. Political reporter Lillian Hanley spoke to Corin Dann.

On today's episode, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has won facetime and favour with global heavyweight Narendra Modi on a frenetic full day in India, where both pledged greater military cooperation, Foreign Minister Winston Peters has been in meetings with US officials in Washington DC, the Whangarei District Council has backed down from its bid to keep fluoride out of the city's water, the drought in the Central North Island is really starting to bite for farmers, a new Rotorua housing development is offering cheaper rent to some essential workers and Nathan Rarere is excited for the upcoming baseball season.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters is in Washington DC this week meeting members of President Donald Trump's administration. Political reporter Lilian Hanley spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

On today's episode, The Trade and Investment Minister says he's aiming to complete a free trade deal with India by the end of the Parliamentary term, Foreign Minister Winston Peters is in Washington DC this week meeting members of President Donald Trump's administration, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon has reaffirmed New Zealand's support for Ukraine after a call with other leaders about the Coalition of the Willing partnership over the weekend, and Kerry-Anne Walsh gives us the latest news from Australia.

On the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast for Monday the 17th of March, in very exciting news we have officially started formal negotiations with India for an FTA so trade minister Todd McClay joins us out of India. Foreign Minister Winston Peters is in Washington DC ahead of talks with key Trump cabinet members. Andrew Saville and Jason Pine talk the F1, the Warriors and Super Rugby for the Monday morning commentary box. Get the Mike Hosking Breakfast Full Show Podcast every weekday morning on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has sacked Phil Goff as British High Commissioner. The Foreign Minister acted after Goff - a former Labour leader and Cabinet Minister in Clark's Government - questioned Donald Trump's understanding of history. Newstalk ZB senior political correspondent Barry Soper says Trump needs to be handled with care, as the US President could retaliate and impact New Zealand's 'bread and butter'. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tonight on The Huddle, Kiwiblog's David Farrar and former Labour minister Stuart Nash joined in on a discussion about the following issues of the day - and more! Foreign Minister Winston Peters made the decision to sack Phil Goff as High Commissioner to the UK after he questioned President Donald Trump's understanding of history. Was this the right call? The Government has revealed it plans to lower the age of eligibility for free bowel cancer screenings to 58. However, it's using funding set aside from the last Government's plan to lower screening for Māori and Pasifika to 50. What do we make of this? Air New Zealand CEO Greg Foran has officially resigned - and will step down from the role this October. How will he be remembered? Did he make the right call? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters is en route to South Korea following his meeting with his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi overnight. The Foreign Minister said he didn't seek any explanations about China's operations in the Tasman Sea but did raise concern about a lack of notice of live fire drills in the Tasman sea. RNZ's Corin Dann is also en route to South Korea but Mr Peters is taking a roundabout route via Mongolia? Corin Dann spoke to Lisa Owen.

The Foreign Affairs Minister, Winston Peters, will land in South Korea on Friday night for the final leg of his trip to Asia. Corin Dann is in Seoul, South Korea, and he spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

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Foreign Minister Winston Peters has held his first bilateral meeting in China noting the two countries won't always agree. Meeting with Vice President Han Zheng this afternoon Mr Peters said he was delighted to be in China and our two countries have a long history but will have differences. But his visit comes amid heightened tensions here and in Australia over the presence of three Chinese naval ships conducting exercises in the Tasman sea. RNZ's Corin Dann spoke to Lisa Owen from Beijing.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters has raised concerns about China's recent military maneuvers in his meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Ji in Beijing. Mr Peters addressed Chinese leaders about the lack of notice for live-fire drills in the Tasman Sea last week, saying the surprise nature of the drills underscores the importance of clear communication between nations.

A lack of a sufficient warning from China about its live fire naval exercises in the Tasman sea has been labelled a failure in the New Zealand China relationship by the Foreign Minister Winston Peters. The issue of China's three navy ships being in the Tasman sea and conducting live exercises has dominated talks between Mr Peters and his counterpart in Beijing overnight. Corin Dann reports.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters says a lack of notice from China ahead of live fire exercises in the Tasman represents a "failure" in the relationship with Beijing. He spoke to Corin Dann.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters says a lack of notice from China ahead of live fire exercises in the Tasman represents a "failure" in the relationship with Beijing. Mr Peters made the comments following a meeting with his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi overnight. Professor of international law at the University of Waikato, Al Gillespie, spoke with Alexa Cook.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters meets his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi in Beijing on Wednesday. Labour leader Chris Hipkins spoke to Alexa Cook.

On today's episode, Foreign Minister Winston Peters meets his Chinese counterpart, Wang Yi in Beijing on Wednesday, the Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith is expected to make an announcement on Wednesday increasing citizen's arrest powers, Elon Musk may be back tracking slightly over threats to justify employment or be fired, saying that the message "was basically a check to see if the employee had a pulse and was capable of replying to an email", the head of the Auckland Primary Principals' Association says the government is moving in the right direction by making it easier for teachers to get residency here, and thousands are flocking to Wairarapa this week as Masterton gears up for the 63rd Golden Shears.

Foreign minister Winston Peters arrives in Beijing this afternoon. His 48-hour visit will include talks with his China counterpart Wang Yi. Former prime minister Helen Clark says New Zealand needs Peters' visit to China to go well. Clark spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

On today's episode, former government minister Andrew Bayly says he regrets placing a staff member in an uncomfortable position, and admits he behaved in an inappropriate and overbearing way, Foreign Minister Winston Peters arrives in Beijing this afternoon, his 48-hour visit will include talks with his China counterpart Wang Yi, Germany's conservative political party - the Christian Democratic Union - has won the country's elections with 28 percent of the vote, Police say about eighty officers met protesters at Lake Rotokakahi on Monday night and seven were arrested for trespass, after refusing to leave the Tarawera Sewerage worksite, and the Black Caps are guaranteed a berth in the semi-finals of the Champions Trophy tournament after beating Bangladesh by five wickets in Rawalpindi.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters wants to 'reset' New Zealand's relationship with the Cook Islands. Peters spoke to Corin Dann.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters wants to 'reset' New Zealand's relationship with the Cook Islands. United Party leader Teariki Heather spoke to Corin Dann.

On today's episode, Foreign Minister Winston Peters wants to 'reset' New Zealand's relationship with the Cook Islands, Donald Trump has lashed out at Ukraine's President Zelenskyy on social media, calling him a "dictator without elections" who needs to "move fast" or lose his country, The union representing public servants says any changes to long service pay rises in the public service will lead to discrimination against women, Maori and Pasifika, and the Black Caps have opened their Champions Trophy ODI tournament with a 60-run win over hosts Pakistan in Karachi.

Last week, and less than a month after the ceasefire in Gaza took place, US President Donald Trump announced plans to administer the Gaza Strip under American control after the final stage of the ceasefire and to relocate the strip's Palestinian population, turning the Gaza strip into what Trump has described as the “Riviera of the Middle-East”. While lauded by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right cabinet, Trump's proposal was unanimously rejected and condemned, both by Middle-Eastern nations in the region but also US and Israeli allies like Canada and the United Kingdom, who reaffirmed their support for a two-state solution. However, while Aotearoa's official policy is also to support a two-state solution to the Israeli occupation of Palestine, there has been no comment on Trump's proposal by Foreign Minister Winston Peters, or any other government official. For their weekly catch up, Oto spoke to the Green Party's Ricardo Menendez March to discuss Donald Trump's proposal to relocate Palestinians in Gaza and the lack of a response to it from the New Zealand government. They also discussed the government's plan to change climate reporting laws for companies, and the overhaul of the Public Works Act to compensate Māori for confiscated land.

Concerns have been rising about a possible diplomatic row between New Zealand and the Cook Islands. A couple of weeks ago, Foreign Minister Winston Peters publicly admonished the President of Kiribati for refusing to engage - and diplomatic aid was put under review. Peters also recently released a harsh statement directed at Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown as Brown prepares to sign a deal in China this week - a deal New Zealand hasn't been consulted about. Massey University's Anna Powles says these incidents are 'unusual' and don't reflect the diplomatic engagement between both nations. "It certainly doesn't reflect the type of more sensitive diplomatic engagement that we're used to New Zealand conducting in the region." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters' office says Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown has headed to China to sign a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, without properly consulting New Zealand. Massey University Centre for Defence and Security Studies associate professor Anna Powles spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Foreign Minister Winston Peters says New Zealand's not the only one in the dark about a potential deal between the Cook Islands and China. Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown is heading to Beijing, where he's expected to sign a comprehensive strategic partnership. He says it's part of a broader strategy to strengthen relations with all of its key partners and expand economic opportunities. MFAT says it would have expected to be fully consulted on such a deal - but wasn't. Winston Peters told Mike Hosking New Zealand's been blindsided, and we're not the only ones. He says they've asked for information over a number of months, but it hasn't been shared with them or the Cook Island people. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

1News reports Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown is travelling to Beijing on Friday to sign a deal. Foreign Minister Winston Peters seems to have been caught off guard - given New Zealand's long-standing free association agreement. Otago University international relations professor Robert Patman says the partnership has potential security and foreign policy implications, so New Zealand should have been consulted. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Climate Minister is reiterating support for climate targets. Act leader David Seymour's suggested New Zealand could pull out of the Paris Climate Agreement - following the lead of the US President. Foreign Minister Winston Peters says questions need to be asked if large nations aren't signed up. Climate Minister Simon Watts says we need to do all we can to meet climate targets. "We've set a target which we believe is aligned with allowing us to do and achieve our economic growth ambitions - but also balancing that with our national interests." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Human Rights Commission has received at least 100 complaints about the digital flyer, that asks the public to help "track" soldiers down and "let them know they're not welcome here". Foreign Minister Winston Peters spoke to Corin Dann.

Christopher Luxon's defending the Government's handling of its new stand-off with Kiribati. New Zealand's relationship with the central Pacific Island nation appears to have reached an all-time low. Aid to the country has been put on hold pending a review after the Kiribati President pulled out of a pre-arranged meeting with Foreign Minister Winston Peters last week. The nation continues to form closer ties with China, and the New Zealand government is responding to the "radio silence" by suspending aid to the central Pacific island nation - aid that amounts to more than $100 million over three years. Luxon told Mike Hosking we can't keep sending aid money into Kiribati if we don't have a relationship or dialogue with them. He says the Government has been putting tens of millions of dollars a year into Kiribati, and it needs to be spent effectively. When it comes to tourism, the Prime Minister is hoping the new digital nomad visa reform will boost the industry back to pre-Covid levels. He told Hosking it's something they talked about in opposition, but had other things on their plate to deal with first. Luxon says the sector hasn't bounced back, and is actually turning off growth, which is absolutely unacceptable. The next step, he says, is to ensure New Zealand is at the top of tourists' bucket lists and to strengthen the relations that “went cold” through Covid. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New Zealand is ready to provide assistance to Vanuatu if needed, after a 7.3 magnitude earthquake near the capital Port Vila on Tuesday, damaging buildings and infrastructure. Foreign Minister Winston Peters spoke to Morning Report.