Highlights of our first NZ-India forum exploring the potential of NZ-India relations: From redefining trade models to embracing the blue economy and harnessing Indian technology prowess, our expert panellists discussed numerous paths for a mutually beneficial partnership.

Craig Hawke, NZ Ambassador to Germany, and Nicole Menzenback, German Ambassador to New Zealand, discuss German-NZ relations and geopolitical developments in the Indo Pacific region and reflect on the commonality in views shared by both countries. Full replay available to view.

Trust is fundamental to a healthy society. Recent public opinion surveys show that our trust in each other, in many important institutions, and information has fractured.

There is a sense that those with differing perspectives can’t find common ground. We have lost trust in basic institutions—from media to government to education—that are meant to serve us, leaving many unsure of who to turn to for essential information.

The Aspen Institute is helping repair the structures that allow trust to flourish and looking for ways to build new ones.

Aspen Institute Energy & Environment Executive Director Greg Gershuny shares an overview on the break down in trust over climate change and what it will take to repair it.

Trust in science and medical experts has been on the decline since the COVID-19 pandemic began, so are we truly following the advice of scientific experts? What can policymakers, business leaders, and citizens themselves do to better understand scientific and rational thinking in order to make better decisions themselves?

At the Resnick Action Forum, Ana Maria Vallerino spoke about how leaders can build trust in their communities. Vallerino is executive director of Todo Panama and a Central America Leadership Initiative Fellow.