Oceania
Scenarios set primarily in Australia, New Zealand, and Pacific Island nations
What If New Zealand Became China's Closest Western Ally?
Exploring the geopolitical, economic, and social consequences if New Zealand pivoted away from its traditional Western alliances to become China's primary partner among developed nations, reshaping Pacific power dynamics.
What If New Zealand Adopted Bitcoin as Legal Tender?
Exploring the economic, political, and social consequences if New Zealand became the first developed nation to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, transforming its financial system and global economic position.
What If Jacinda Ardern Never Resigned?
Exploring how New Zealand's political landscape, COVID recovery, and international standing would have evolved if Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern had not stepped down in January 2023, reshaping the country's domestic and foreign policy trajectory.
What If New Zealand Joined AUKUS?
Exploring how New Zealand's entry into the AUKUS security pact would reshape Pacific geopolitics, transform its nuclear-free stance, and fundamentally alter its relationships with China, Australia, and the United States.
What If New Zealand Became a Major Global Tech Hub?
Exploring how New Zealand's economy, society, and global standing would have transformed if it had developed into a leading technology center rivaling Silicon Valley, fundamentally altering its development trajectory and international influence.
What If New Zealand Discovered Oil Reserves Rivaling Saudi Arabia?
Exploring how New Zealand's economy, society, and global standing would have transformed if vast oil reserves had been discovered in its territorial waters, creating a South Pacific energy superpower with profound implications for regional geopolitics.