Clark: I can be the leader UN needs
Former PM says she is "deeply honoured" to be nominated by the New Zealand Government for the role of United Nations Secretary-General.
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Ex-PM to take old lesson to big stage
In an interview with Forbes magazine last year, Helen Clark said the most powerful lesson she had learned was the power of persistence.
PM: Clark 'amazingly capable' for UN job
John Key says New Zealand would provide the former Prime Minister with resources to conduct a campaign to capture Secretary-General job.
Editorial: Clark has the skills but will need to show hand
Tenacity, competence and caution have been touchstones of Helen Clark's enduring political career.
Clark: 'NZ a model for rest of the world'
"I do believe that New Zealand can show the way," says former Prime Minister.
NZ can 'show way' on religious tolerance
New Zealand provides a model of religious tolerance for the rest of the world, former Prime Minister Helen Clark said yesterday.
Helen Clark: Nothing to announce yet
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark today declined to say whether she plans to enter the contest as United Nations' Secretary General but hinted it could come later.
Editorial: UN ought to celebrate EU refugee deal
With the approach of summer in Europe, leaders of the European Union last week made what seems a good deal for genuine asylum seekers.
Baby number 5000 born at refugee camp
As the Syrian conflict approaches its fifth anniversary, not far across the border in Jordan an altogether more hopeful milestone is being celebrated.
Bee and butterfly loss 'threatens world food supply'
Plummeting numbers of bees, butterflies and other insect populations are placing world food supplies under threat, a United Nations report has warned.
Audrey Young: Clark far better UN fit than pretender from Oz
There is little downside for Key in supporting Clark. She is still a highly respected and popular figure in New Zealand, writes Audrey Young.
UN has its fingers on the pulse
The United Nations has officially declared 2016 the year of the bean.
NZ leads talks on Syria humanitarian crisis
NZ is leading urgent talks at the UN on a desperate humanitarian crisis in the Syrian town of Madaya, where besieged residents are reported to be dying of starvation.
Paul G. Buchanan: Why Kiwi SAS troops must join fight against Isis
It will raise NZ's target profile amongst Islamists and could invite attack at home. But it is a necessary, justifiable and ultimately right thing to do, writes Paul Buchanan.
Speculation Clark in running for top job
Speculation that Helen Clark will apply for the top job at the United Nations is ramping up.
NZ slammed again over climate action
Two international reports have slated New Zealand's climate change efforts as UN negotiations in Paris ramp up in their final week.
UN forum in Paris won't be cancelled
Many of the world's leaders are set to be at an upcoming United Nations climate forum in Paris, and it will not be cancelled despite the terror attacks.
Australia condemned over human rights record
Australia has been grilled over its human rights record this week, appearing in the hot seat before the UN Human Rights Council for a performance review.
'Our duty to stem the violence' - McCully
New Zealand plans to table a resolution at the United Nations Security Council to end a new wave of violence between Israelis and Palestinians.
One more power struggle for one more big job
Insiders tell the story of Helen Clark's relentless drive to get the job done, whatever it might be.
Editorial: Clark's words on trade deal badly needed
Sometimes it takes someone a little removed from the fray to put the right perspective on the TPP issue.
Key hasn't ruled out taking in more Syrian refugees
The Prime Minister said New Zealand was doing "the best we can" across a range of areas but did not rule out doing more if it was necessary.
Powerful nations 'abusing veto power'
Prime Minister uses United Nations speech to blast members over the lack of action to stop bloodshed in war-torn nations like Syria.
Key's friends in high places
When PM John Key arrived at the First Ave UNDP offices on a muggy, drizzly NY day, he carried two bottles of wine for his predecessor, Helen Clark.
TPP: 'Unthinkable' for NZ to be left out
Former PM Helen Clark rarely comments on New Zealand domestic issues, but made an exception when asked about the TPP as ministerial talks continue.
McCully blasts UN over Syria
Foreign Minister Murray McCully has launched a broadside against Russia and the Security Council in New York this morning.
PM will use UN speech to push reforms
PM John Key will use his address to the UN to again call for reform of the Security Council, in a week in which its failings have been on display.
Key: 'We don't want to be in Iraq for decades'
Prime Minister John Key says he has no intention of extending NZ's two year deployment to Iraq despite Barack Obama telling coalition partners it will be a long-term battle.
Key likely to visit Fiji next year
Prime Minister John Key is likely to make his first official visit to Fiji early next year after getting an invite from Fiji's Prime Minister Frank Bainimarama in their first official meeting.
Just hanging with the Obamas
Prime Minister John Key says he is still hopeful US President Barack Obama will visit New Zealand, saying there is no doubt Obama is keen but his people might not be.
Key rules out peacekeeper boost
Prime Minister John Key has ruled out promising more troops for UN peacekeeping missions but will not rule out specialist support such as intelligence.