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Oceania

Scenarios set primarily in Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Island nations

What If New Zealand Became a Global Refugee Haven?

Exploring the demographic, economic, and cultural transformation if New Zealand accepted millions of climate and political refugees, becoming a sanctuary nation in an increasingly unstable world.

January 5, 2024 Read More →

What If New Zealand and Australia Adopted a Shared Currency?

Exploring the economic, political, and social consequences if New Zealand and Australia implemented a common currency, transforming trans-Tasman relations and their position in the global economy.

January 2, 2024 Read More →

What If New Zealand Banned All Foreign Property Ownership?

Exploring the economic, social, and diplomatic consequences if New Zealand implemented a complete ban on foreign property ownership, transforming its housing market, economy, and international relations.

December 30, 2023 Read More →

What If New Zealand Became the World's First Carbon-Negative Country?

Exploring the environmental, economic, and geopolitical consequences if New Zealand achieved carbon-negative status through aggressive climate action, transforming its economy and global influence.

December 28, 2023 Read More →

What If New Zealand Closed Its Borders Permanently After COVID?

Exploring the economic, social, and geopolitical consequences if New Zealand maintained strict border controls indefinitely following the COVID-19 pandemic, transforming into an isolated but self-sufficient nation.

December 26, 2023 Read More →

What If New Zealand Implemented a Four-Day Work Week Nationwide?

Exploring the economic, social, and global consequences if New Zealand became the first country to mandate a four-day work week, transforming its labor market, productivity, and quality of life.

December 24, 2023 Read More →