This is edition 2025/29 of the Ten@10 newsletter.
Welcome back. It's 2025 and 20 years since I started writing about politics and anything else that took my fancy. Thank to my VIP members for making this site what it is today. In July we will be having a 20th birthday celebration. Stay tuned for more announcements.
This is the Ten@10, where I collate and summarise ten news items you generally won't see in the mainstream media.
Enjoy!
1. Is it time for New Zealand to panic?
David Farrar
- 🌊 China's unannounced military drills near New Zealand highlight their assertiveness in projecting power in the region.
- 🇺🇸 The recent actions of the US President regarding Ukraine signify a significant betrayal, undermining trust in US support for democratic nations.
- 🌍 New Zealand must seek alliances beyond traditional partners like Australia and the UK to navigate a more precarious global environment.
- 💣 The world faces heightened geopolitical tensions reminiscent of the Cold War, necessitating stronger international friendships and alliances for security.
