Robert Muldoon (1921-1992) served as Prime Minister of New Zealand from 1975 to 1984, leading the National Party to three election victories. Known for his combative debating style and distinctive personality, he was one of New Zealand's most prominent political figures. A former Royal Air Force pilot who served in the Korean War, Muldoon was nicknamed "The Pine" for his stiff demeanor. His premiership was marked by strong opposition to French nuclear testing in the Pacific and controversial economic policies.