Kiwi Call-Up

A recent article in the *New Zealand Herald* advocating for the reintroduction of compulsory military service is not an isolated event, but part of a broader campaign to align New Zealand's military posture with the interests of US imperialism. This campaign is aimed at preparing New Zealand's population and military for potential involvement in conflicts, particularly those directed against China. The article argues that the existing military structure is inadequate to meet future security challenges and suggests that conscription would address recruitment shortfalls and foster national unity. However, the real agenda is to align New Zealand with US foreign policy objectives in the Indo-Pacific region. The push for militarization reflects the growing tensions between the US and China, with the US seeking to bolster its allies and contain China's influence. New Zealand's potential involvement in these conflicts would have significant consequences for the country, including the diversion of resources away from social programs and an increase in the risk of casualties. The *New Zealand Herald* article serves as a tool to normalize the idea of war and to prepare the public for future military interventions. find the original article here: https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/05/05/meyz-m05.html