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David Miller : What happens After the War?
Tuesday, 25 March 2003, 8:21 am | David Miller
It is interesting to see that even after the onset of hostilities in Iraq, many people are still protesting about the war, even in Christchurch. I am not surprised that there is opposition to the conflict here rather that there is something more important ... More >>
It’s How You Sell The War That Matters
Tuesday, 18 March 2003, 8:26 am | David Miller
Despite what the anti-war lobby in New Zealand and around the world think or say, the United States and Britain have already made their decision to go to war with Iraq. More >>
David Miller Online: In the Shadows Lies Iran
Tuesday, 11 March 2003, 8:33 am | David Miller
In hindsight, it was not the cleverest of moves on the part of President Bush to publicly declare that a hard line approach would be taken against the “Axis of Evil”. More >>
David Miller: Why the French Must Tread Carefully
Tuesday, 4 March 2003, 7:45 am | David Miller
I have never been a great admirer of the French and the manner in which they conduct themselves on the world stage. I find it amazing that for a nation that has suffered more military defeats than victories and several painful withdrawals from empire, ... More >>
Why the UN is in the Firing line over Iraq
Tuesday, 18 February 2003, 8:52 am | David Miller
Although the military offensive in Iraq has not yet been launched, the war has already started. In fact, it never actually ended because even though the hostilities on the battlefield may have subsided, the never-ending war of opinion has ground on ... More >>
David Miller: Collective Security
Tuesday, 11 February 2003, 6:39 am | David Miller
As the debate continues over whether a US led attack on Iraq is in some way justified, various people have started making reference to the need to maintain a system of collective security. Some have even used the pre-World War Two League of Nations ... More >>
David Miller Online. Dog Laws Must Be Tightened
Tuesday, 4 February 2003, 8:32 am | David Miller
Banning vicious dogs, even in the wake of the horrific attack on the young girl in Auckland over the weekend, is not the answer to preventing people being attacked. If the politicians are to deal with this problem seriously and effectively then it ... More >>
David Miller Online: Europe’s Dilemma over Iraq
Tuesday, 28 January 2003, 10:18 am | David Miller
What was Donald Rumsfeld thinking when he labeled France and Germany as representing ‘old Europe’? Already there has been wide spread criticism within both countries over Mr. Rumsfeld’s use of the term and one wonders why he chose to use it in the ... More >>
David Miller: Let the Sailing do the Talking
Tuesday, 21 January 2003, 9:00 am | David Miller
The forthcoming showdown between Team New Zealand and Alinghi must be a marketing persons dream come true. Russell Coutts has seldom been far from the news since he and several others parted company with Team New Zealand to join the Swiss syndicate. ... More >>
David Miller: Method in the Madness
Tuesday, 14 January 2003, 10:25 am | David Miller
It is interesting to see that the British Government is revising its hard-line stance on Iraq while deploying a naval task force to the Persian Gulf at the same time. Suddenly Mr. Blair is stating that the United Nations inspectors in Iraq need more ... More >>
David Miller Online: What Motivates North Korea?
Tuesday, 7 January 2003, 11:54 am | David Miller
North Korea has always been an enigma ever since it was created at the end of the Second World War. This latest crisis has once again raised concerns of instability on the Korean Peninsula and a possible outbreak of war although the problem this ... More >>
David Miller: Spinning the Wrong Way At No. 10
Tuesday, 17 December 2002, 2:12 pm | David Miller
For a government that is based upon spin as much as anything else, it is ironic that Tony Blair’s team at Downing Street has failed to handle the controversy surrounding his wife with more skill. And now, as more revelations and allegations come forward, ... More >>
Guide to Christmas Shopping for the 21st Century
Tuesday, 10 December 2002, 8:35 am | David Miller
It was not until I was at my parent’s place at the weekend that I realised that Christmas was looming once again. Every year my mother decorates all the windows of the conservatory with Santa Claus stickers, however this year she has gone a step better and plastered ... More >>
David Miller: Al-Qaeda’s Changing Tactics
Tuesday, 3 December 2002, 9:10 am | David Miller
Despite no evidence being produced to show that al-Qaeda was behind the recent terrorist attacks in Kenya, both the Israeli and American governments have already placed the blame with Osama bin Laden’s network. This immediate laying of the blame on al-Qaeda ... More >>
David Miller Online: US-Saudi Relations Fraying
Tuesday, 26 November 2002, 9:36 am | David Miller
According to Senator Joseph Lieberman the United States’ ties with Saudi Arabia have reached a "crisis stage". Senator Lieberman claims that this renewed strain is being driven by the US’ looming showdown with Iraq and allegations that a Saudi ... More >>
Dubya’s Triumph: What Can Stop Him Now?
Tuesday, 12 November 2002, 8:32 am | David Miller
With the Republican victories in the Mid-Term elections and the new U.N. Security Council's resolution calling on Iraq to allow weapons inspectors back into the country, President George W. Bush is riding high and immediately talking tough. Mr. Bush clearly ... More >>
The Return of Benjamin Netanyahu
Tuesday, 5 November 2002, 8:43 am | David Miller
The decision by Benjamin Netanyahu to accept an offer from Prime Minister Ariel Sharon to become Israel’s foreign minister means that what is left of the Middle East peace process is at a serious crossroad. Although Mr. Netanyahu was himself defeated as ... More >>
Has Mr. Putin Survived His Test?
Tuesday, 29 October 2002, 8:56 am | David Miller
The hostage crisis at the Moscow theatre not only presented Russian President Vladimir Putin with the biggest test of his presidency but it has placed the issue of Chechnya firmly back on the Kremlin’s agenda. Mr. Putin has been forced to deal with Chechnya ... More >>
Why New Zealand Needs Intelligence Above All Else
Tuesday, 22 October 2002, 10:15 am | David Miller
The terrorist attacks in Bali have given opponents of the government an opportunity to voice concerns and disagreement to New Zealand’s defence policy. These attacks certainly shattered the illusion that New Zealand is immune from what happens on ... More >>
The Bali Bombings: The Fall-Out
Tuesday, 15 October 2002, 7:51 am | David Miller
Until one or more groups claim responsibility for the Bali bombings then it is difficult to say for certain who was behind them and what their motivations where. Already suspicion has fallen on the al-Qaeda network and the attacks have prompted fears ... More >>
