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New Zealand and the United Nations
New Zealand has a tradition of commitment to the concept of collective security. It was a member of the League of Nations between the world wars and was active in the establishment of the United Nations in June 1945. more...
The Cold War
Victory brought discord. New Zealand's Cold War stance flowed from a decision to back the Allies in their peacetime disagreements with the Soviet Union. more...
