Imported measles case confirmed in New Zealand
New Zealand has confirmed its first case of measles since 2019. The infected individual is an adult living in Auckland, who reportedly contracted the infection overseas. The patient only became…
Celebrating Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day is a national day celebrated annually in New Zealand on 6 February. The day marks the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840 between the British Crown…
New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern announces resignation
Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand, has announced her resignation ahead of the 14 October election. Ardern quoted that she “no longer had enough in the tank” to lead…
Commonwealth nations mourn late Queen Elizabeth II
Commonwealth leaders have paid tribute to the life and service of Queen Elizabeth II, whilst they mourn her recent passing after 70 year of reign as Head of the family of…
New Zealand sets out plan to eliminate HIV transmission
The Government of New Zealand has released its plan to eliminate the transmission of HIV by 2032 and promote access to consultation free from stigma and discrimination. The announcement came…
NEW ZEALAND AND WHO: PARTNERING FOR A HEALTHIER FUTURE
On the occasion of the Human Rights Council, Minister of Foreign Affairs of New Zealand, Honourable Nanaia Mahuta, met for the first time with Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, WHO Director-General. The objective…
WAITANGI DAY
Waitangi Day, the national day of New Zealand, marks the anniversary of the initial signing – on 6th February 1840 – of the Treaty of Waitangi, which is regarded as…