Nuclear Disarmament in a Nuclear Free New Zealand: Why it still matters

New Zealand has proudly upheld its nuclear-free status for decades — but what does this mean in today’s shifting global nuclear landscape? 🌏

Join us for a panel discussion and fireside chat as we explore New Zealand’s role in advancing nuclear disarmament, the challenges that remain, and why this issue continues to matter for a nuclear-free future.

📅 Date: Wednesday, 29 October 2025
🕔 Time: Arrival from 4:45 PM | Event starts 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM
📍 Location: RHMZ03, Rutherford House, Victoria University, Wellington

🍴 The evening will conclude with refreshments and light food, offering a chance to connect and continue the conversation.

Speakers

🎙️ Panelists

• Ambassador (retd) Dell Higgie, former Ambassador for Disarmament, New Zealand

• Dr John Borrie, Unit Manager, Disarmament, Non-Proliferation and Export Controls, MFAT

• Dr Roderic Alley, Senior Fellow, Centre for Strategic Studies, Victoria University of Wellington

• Dr Anna Hood, Associate Professor, Faculty of Law, University of Auckland

🗣️ Moderator: Zahraa Kapasi, Don't Bank on the Bomb UK

🤝 Hosts

• Ishant Ghulyani (UNANZ Wellington Branch)

• Libby Giles (New Zealand Centre for Global Studies)

🇨🇭 Special Guest

We are honoured to welcome His Excellency Viktor Vavricka, Ambassador of Switzerland to New Zealand, who will deliver the concluding remarks, offering reflections on Swiss–Kiwi cooperation and our shared commitment to peace, security, and disarmament.

This event situates New Zealand’s position within the global nuclear landscape, highlighting our leadership as a disarmament-focused nation and reaffirming the values of SDG 16 – Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions.

✨ Come be part of this important kōrero on peace, security, and disarmament in our nuclear-free nation.