WorldTension ratchets up as US speaker Pelosi arrives in Taiwan; China respondsChina begins to conduct military manoeuvres in retaliation for Pelosi's presence.02 Aug 06:00 PM
WorldUS won't be baited into 'sabre rattling' over Taiwan visitChina has decried Nancy Pelosi's Taiwan visit, warning the US of 'serious consequences.'01 Aug 11:25 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldUS warns China not to turn expected Taiwan visit into 'crisis'New York Times: Military provocations could spark conflict by mistake, US officials say.01 Aug 09:15 PM
New ZealandChina-NZ relationship: Helen Clark says Ardern has 'put the record straight'Find the balance in relationships with China.01 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandArdern calls for diplomacy and dialogue with ChinaJacinda Ardern wants to lead a delegation back to China as conditions allow.31 Jul 07:45 PM
WorldChina ups the ante: 'Live-fire exercises' announced near TaiwanChina has warned the US that any visits to Taiwan will be seen as "external interference".30 Jul 07:28 PM
WorldXi warns Biden not to 'play with fire' over TaiwanTaiwan has once again emerged as a key point of tension in the US-China relationship.28 Jul 05:58 PM
WorldAccidental nuclear war with China a 'growing risk'The West must not stumble into uncontrolled conflict with Beijing, warns security adviser.28 Jul 05:16 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhere China is changing its diplomatic ways (at least a little)New York Times: Beijing is beginning a new wave of diplomacy in Africa.25 Jul 11:49 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA giant piece of space junk is hurtling towards Earth. AgainNew York Times: The US says China's taking risks. China says the US needs to calm down.25 Jul 02:33 AM
WorldChina more aggressive, dangerous to USChina's military has become significantly more aggressive in the Indo-pacific region.24 Jul 08:54 PM
TechnologyChina wanted to build 70ft pagoda in 'perfect spying spot' near US CapitolFBI investigators claim Huawei technology is 'threat to US national security'.24 Jul 01:56 AM
World'Killer robots': China's terrifying nuclear planChina to build a nuclear-powered torpedo capable of striking targets in the Pacific.23 Jul 09:44 PM
WorldFoot-and-mouth disease fragments detected at Aussie borderViral fragments of foot-and-mouth disease detected at Australia's border.20 Jul 06:21 AM
WorldChina 'trap' leaves tiny country in ruinsChina has been accused of luring poor countries into debt to secure assets.18 Jul 08:34 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA to Z of Ardern's four trips in four monthsJacinda Ardern - four trips in four months and what they mean to NZ foreign policy.17 Jul 09:41 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWatch: 134-unit Auckland apartment block finished five months earlySpoiler alert: how this builder managed to avoid the Gib crisis. Look and learn.17 Jul 02:00 AM
WorldChina protests Taiwan's VP paying respects at Abe's memorialChina claims Taiwan as a breakaway province to be reunited by force if necessary.12 Jul 09:50 PM
TravelLas Vegas of Asia hit by fresh Covid and casino woesMacau has been dealt a tough hand this week.12 Jul 03:29 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSecurity forces in China attack protesters seeking frozen fundsNew York Times: Social media posts showing the assaults have sparked anger across China.11 Jul 10:05 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLaggard to leader? Pressure on Aus to match NZ on climatePacific leaders hope some transtasman rivalry at forum will help Australia up its game.11 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldChinese bank depositors face police in angry protestHundreds of protesters faced off with police after being denied access to their savings.10 Jul 09:55 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Jones: Ardern needs to replenish Pacific kava bowlOPINION: Former Pacific Development Ambassador calls for an end to foreign policy drift.10 Jul 05:00 PM
BusinessGrim fate of eccentric billionaire Xiao JianhuaTechnology whiz turned investor was kidnapped five years ago from a hotel in Hong Kong.09 Jul 07:36 AM
WorldTurning Japan into a military power could secure Shinzo Abe's legacyShinzo Abe desperately wanted to end Japan's constitutional commitment to pacifism.08 Jul 11:50 PM
WorldShinzo Abe's death celebrated by nationalists in China and South KoreaThe former Japanese PM angered Chinese nationalists during his time in office.08 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandAustralia to show 'common sense' on 501s, path to citizenship for Kiwis in OzThe discussion between the two leaders has reflected a 'reset' in relations.08 Jul 02:00 AM
WorldAlleged Chinese police database hack leaks data of 1 billion citizensChina tries to censor what could be the biggest data breach in history.06 Jul 04:16 AM
WorldCan't afford a house deposit? Pay in garlic, say Chinese buildersDevelopers seek to offload homes after extended lockdowns.05 Jul 08:55 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldFive years after vanishing, this billionaire faces trialNew York Times: Secrecy surrounding the case in part due to sensitive information.04 Jul 10:28 PM
TechnologyChina claim they 'can now read people's minds'Another development in Xi Jinping's relentless pursuit of a technological dystopia.04 Jul 10:12 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: NZ's hard sell and painstaking gains in US and EuropeEDITORIAL: It has been Jacinda Ardern's toughest overseas trade mission yet.01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNational: FTA with EU a 'step forward' but agriculture 'missed opportunity'National's trade spokesman Todd McClay gave the deal a '6 out of 10'.01 Jul 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShane Jones: Where is Jacinda Ardern positioning NZ in foreign policy rejig?OPINION: Former Cabinet Minister questions PM's direction on foreign policy.30 Jun 02:00 AM