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EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 31 MIN

Splendid isolation meets geopolitical reality

from The New Zealand Initiative · host The New Zealand Initiative

In this episode, Oliver talks with senior fellow John Howard about mounting geopolitical instability, from Iran and the Strait of Hormuz to Trump's visit to Beijing and the growing pressure on Taiwan. They discuss what these crises mean for New Zealand's energy security, political leadership, European security, business risk, and the need for more serious strategic thinking.

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