Politics

The Architecture of a Capable State: Why Cuts, Cosmetic Fixes and Good Intentions are not enough

Keynote address to the New Zealand Taxpayers’ Union AGM – 15 December 2025

Dec 15, 2025 • Philip Crump

Trump's Crypto World

The pardoning of Binance founder CZ last week has given a glimpse at the sensational personal deal-making at the heart of Trump's administration.

Oct 27, 2025 • Philip Crump

Trump and Netanyahu announce details of US peace plan for Gaza

After the theatrics of the UN, Trump announces an ambitious peace plan for Gaza.

Sep 29, 2025 • Philip Crump

Chinese Ambassador Warns of Bullying Behaviour

The Ambassador echoed criticism by the Chinese Foreign Minister about the international rules-based order but believes that momentum towards a…

Jul 18, 2025 • Philip Crump

Australian PM Albanese Walks Diplomatic Tightrope

Anthony Albanese is in China chasing trade deals as Australia undertakes its largest ever military exercise aimed at countering Chinese aggression.

Jul 15, 2025 • Philip Crump

Antarctic Ambitions: China’s Expansion and New Zealand’s Scott Base Redevelopment

As New Zealand moves forward with the redevelopment of Scott Base, China has submitted plans for its sixth station on the continent.

Jun 29, 2025 • Philip Crump

The Strategic Power of Long Range Strikes

Operation Midnight Hammer brings to mind another long-range bombing campaign that demonstrated the power of strategic resolve.

Jun 25, 2025 • Philip Crump

Operation Midnight Hammer: US Strikes on Iran

Yesterday, the US President Donald Trump took decisive action against Iran.

Jun 22, 2025 • Philip Crump

Election Lessons from Abroad

The recent general elections in Australia and Canada provide some lessons for our own politicians.

May 19, 2025 • Philip Crump

Albanese announces Australian Federal Election for May 3

The Australian PM launches the Campaign of Fear which commentators believe could be the ugliest and most negative in recent years.

Mar 30, 2025 • Philip Crump

Mark Carney Calls an Early Snap Election

As latest polling shows surging support for the Liberals, Carney calls an early election.

Mar 23, 2025 • Philip Crump

The Panama Canal Port Sale

A blockbuster deal has been announced but don't open the champagne just yet.

Mar 20, 2025 • Philip Crump

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