Articles tagged with Sustainable Development
Kiribati and New Zealand Strengthen Partnership for Sustainable Pacific Future 2026-2030
2 weeks ago | 149 viewsOn 19 January 2026, Kiribati and New Zealand signed the Te Mauri Dialogue Statement of Partnership, outlining a five-year cooperative framework based on mutual respect, shared Pacific identity, and common goals such as sustainable development, climate change action, and regional security. The partnership focuses on four priority areas: strengthening democracy and values, improving health and wellbeing, enhancing peace and security, and promoting economic prosperity through collaboration and regional integration. Both countries commit to mutual accountability through regular high-level consultations, annual progress talks, and coordinated development assistance aligned with Kiribati’s national plans and regional strategies.
Tags: Winston Peters Teuea Toatu Kiribati New Zealand Te Mauri Dialogue Blue Pacific Continent United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Kiribati 20 Year Vision PACER Plus Biketawa DeclarationNordic Countries and New Zealand Align for Global Stability and Cooperation
3 months ago | 390 viewsThe Nordic countries and New Zealand emphasize their shared values, commitment to international law, sustainable development, and partnership. They support the rules-based international order, including international courts, and advocate for an effective and inclusive multilateral system centered around the United Nations. The joint statement also addresses concerns about armed conflicts globally, condemns Russia's actions in Ukraine, calls for peace in Gaza, highlights cooperation within NATO, emphasizes the importance of international trade, science, and innovation collaboration, and expresses commitment to supporting the Pacific region.
Tags: Foreign Ministers Nordic Countries New Zealand International Law Geopolitical Issues Sustainable Development International Order United Nations Russia UkraineNew Zealand's Geothermal Energy Expansion Plan for 2040: Unlocking Potential
6 months ago | 1698 viewsNew Zealand aims to double geothermal energy production by 2040 to tap into its rich resources, positioning the country as a global leader in sustainable geothermal development. The draft strategy, "From the Ground Up," seeks to drive innovation, resilience, and economic growth through geothermal utilization. The plan includes expanding geothermal applications beyond electricity generation, fostering innovation, and strengthening regional economies and the Māori economy.
Tags: Shane Jones geothermal energy New Zealand Resources Minister electricity generation sustainable development innovation Māori economy industrial growth consultation