Elsevier, Climate Change, Public Health, and Regional Security in the Indo-Pacific, 2026, Pages 345-356This chapter aligns with UN SDG goals 13, 10, 16, and 17 by examining how political polarization and fragmented climate governance in New Zealand hinder effective climate action and weaken regional resilience in the Indo-Pacific. It emphasizes the importance of inclusive governance, stronger Māori leadership, and regional cooperation to build climate resilience, promote climate justice, and address the security impacts of climate change.