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Nuplex builds third China factory to meet demand
Nuplex Industries has begun construction of its third manufacturing facility in China, which is expected to help the speciality chemicals and resins manufacturer overcome capacity constraints.
China serious about fighting corruption: Collins
Justice Minister Judith Collins says she believes China is serious about clamping down on corruption under its new leadership.
Get out of jail - hire a stand in
Many in China are unconvinced Bo Xilai will serve jail time - they believe he'll take advantage of ding zui, where a hired substitute does time instead.
Nasa's 'paranoid' ban on Chinese
Some prominent American astronomers are boycotting a meeting on exoplanets because Nasa has banned Chinese scientists from attending.
China gives US lecture over crisis
China delivered a stern lecture to the United States to live up to its responsibilities as the cornerstone of the world's economy.
Eldery woman sues children for not looking after her
As the daughter-in-law rolls open the rusted doors to her garage, light spills onto a small figure on a straw mattress. A curious face peers out.
Five dead, millions affected by typhoon
Typhoon Fitow, which is barrelling into China's east coast packing winds of more than 200km/h, has killed at least five people and impacted three million.
Obama no-show a boost for China
US President Barack Obama's decision to scrap his Asia trip is a setback for his much-advertised pledge to shift the focus of foreign policy to the Pacific and a boost for China's attempt to gain influence in the region.
Milk scare tops Key's agenda with Chinese premier
Prime Minister John Key's first big meeting at Apec in Bali will be with Chinese President Xi Jinping tomorrow night when Fonterra's food safety scare will be top of the agenda.
When the Chinese trade wall came down
Five years ago this week, the China-NZ free trade agreement took effect. Half a decade on, has the deal delivered?
Tropical storm Wutip whips Vietnam
Tropical storm Wutip lashed central Vietnam after sinking at least two Chinese fishing boats near the Paracel Islands, leaving 75 fishermen missing, officials said.
China-wood cash lures the stars
If Leonardo DiCaprio, Nicole Kidman and Catherine Zeta-Jones were bemused to find themselves on a red carpet in the Chinese city of Qingdao, surrounded by security guards dressed up as soldiers this week, perhaps they should get used to it.
China in 'land-grab' deal with Ukraine
Ukraine has reportedly agreed a deal with a Chinese company to lease 5 per cent of its land to feed China's burgeoning population.
Rot find halts NZ China apple exports
New Zealand has halted all apple exports to China for the rest of the season after rot was found in several batches at the Chinese border.
Top five marathons worth travelling for
Megan Singleton laces up and takes a look at the world's premier marathons worth making the trip for.
UN official: World failing over climate change
International leaders are failing in their fight against global warming, one of the United Nations' top climate officials has said.
Hong Kong: From garden gate to plate
A restaurant that prides itself on organic freshness allows Shandelle Battersby to go to the source of her dinner.
Asia: Go East, young man . . .
Julian Hanton relives his top five highlights making Travel Channel New Zealand's brand new series, Asian Times.
Chinese look for luxury
A global survey has found Chinese tourists are more likely to seek luxury for their holidays.
Hong Kong: A touch of snake oil
Shandelle Battersby gets a taste of Chinese medicine - with inconclusive results.