The Centre for Strategic Studies is New Zealand’s leading institution for research and public engagement on strategic, foreign policy and security issues.
Through media commentary, research, public events and outreach, the Centre seeks to contribute to an informed public discussion on New Zealand’s security interests, and regional and global security challenges.
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Staff at the Centre for Strategic Studies publish regularly on strategic and security issues.
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David Capie - Christopher Luxon's NATO trip
Centre for Strategic Studies director David Capie explains that Christopher Luxon's US visit has been a great success in the interview with RNZ.
Ian Hill - Putin in Asia: Setting a cat among the pigeons
Ian Hill comments on Russia’s Asia diplomacy.
What does Budget 2024 portend for Defence Capability Procurement?
Peter Greener comments about the impacts of a challenging economic outlook and Budget 2024 on defence capabilities.
New Zealand Maritime Security Symposium 2024
On 13 June the Centre for Strategic Studies hosted the third triennial Maritime Security Symposium in Wellington.
David Capie - New Zealand’s Tilt Towards Southeast Asia: More than Rhetoric?
David Capie writes about the new New Zealand government's plans to step up engagement with Southeast Asia.
TVNZ's interview with 2024 Kippenberger Visiting Professor of Strategic Studies
Mike Green sat down with Jack Tame from TVNZ’s “Q&A” to talk about geopolitical issues.
Incline: NZ's place in the world
Incline, edited by CSS Director Dr David Capie and Professor Robert Ayson, is an independent website which publishes analysis and commentary on issues and trends that impact New Zealand's international relations.
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Victoria University of Wellington offers internationally recognised postgraduate qualifications in Strategic Studies.
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