NZSIS warns of intensified security threats due to geopolitical upheaval
Thursday 13 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Winston Peters, University of Auckland, New Zealand Security Intelligence Service, Andrew Hampton
The NZSIS director-general has described the current threat environment as the most challenging in recent times. Geopolitical upheaval and generative artificial intelligence are reportedly amplifying the reach and impact of domestic and global threats to New Zealand.
