Disarray has been a major theme of global politics in 2023, Prof Robert Patman says. "The [United Nations security council] veto has effectively stymied [the resolution of] two major global events — the Russian invasion of Ukraine . which has spilled over to this year, and the Gaza conflict," Prof Patman said. New Zealand’s worldview has been challenged." At the same time, this disarray offered some hope, Prof Patman said.

Source: Otago Daily Times December 24, 2023 09:38 UTC