BDBDCompaniesNZ part of global push against tax avoidanceThere is broad global support for moves to curb international tax avoidance, Finance Minister Bill English said on the sidelines of the G20 Leaders' Summit in Brisbane.16 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldSupport for climate change measuresG20 nations have backed moves on climate change in the wake of the Brisbane leaders' summit.16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree trade agreement good for growersNew Zealand has signed a free trade agreement with Korea - delivering good news for kiwifruit growers but with a big compromise over milk powder.15 Nov 11:54 PM
New ZealandKey and Hollande talk rugbyJohn Key and Froncois Hollande joked that during the G20 both countries had beaten host country Australia in rugby league for New Zealand and rugby for the French Les Bleus team.15 Nov 11:04 PM
New ZealandRoll out the cuddly animalsFur might be a bit outré in fashion but it is becoming the latest accessory in diplomatic circles as countries try to resolve the world's problems one fluffy animal at a time.15 Nov 07:13 PM
New ZealandClimate change takes centre stageJohn Key says New Zealand will put a small amount into the Green Climate Fund and expects to set a 2020 target for carbon emission reductions early next year.15 Nov 06:56 PM
WorldNo trade with RussiaPrime Minister John Key says Russia has tried to reignite free trade talks - but New Zealand has made it clear it will not budge until Russia buckles to international demands over Ukraine.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPutin blamed for deathsUkrainian Australians staged a powerful protest yesterday, laying on the ground in a symbol of the murderous acts they say Russia's president is responsible for.15 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandLow key arrival for John KeyPrime Minister John Key's arrival in Brisbane was a lot less low key than for the main players of the G20.15 Nov 12:05 AM
New ZealandKey arrives at G20 summitNew Zealand is a ‘guest’ at the G20 - a summit of the leaders from the 20th richest, most powerful countries in the world. Key has described it as a chance in a life time.14 Nov 11:06 PM
OpinionJohn RoughanJohn Roughan: TPP still the most promising talks in townSitting around the big table in Brisbane this weekend, the 20 leaders should take a good refreshing breath of the Pacific air, and drink plenty of the water.14 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi strips away German leader's reserveA baby kiwi got more of a smile out of the German Chancellor than the charm of John Key yesterday, but Angela Merkel left the Prime Minister with far more than a handful of feathers.14 Nov 04:00 PM
BusinessNZ business has seat at top tableNZ business will have a seat at the table when the Business 20 presents its final recommendations for economic growth to the G20 Leaders' Summit in Brisbane.14 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionToby ManhireToby Manhire: Welcome to the G21, NZThe big kids are having a party, and this year it's at Australia's place. New Zealand, as the host's little sibling, gets to come along, too. We're under strict instructions not to touch the buffet and to stay well away from the fruit punch.13 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandAbbott 'out of touch' over climate standAustralia looked increasingly isolated yesterday as it resisted pressure to put climate change on the main agenda of this weekend's G20 summit in Brisbane.13 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandMerkel set for quick Key visit to NZMr and Mrs Popularity will meet again today in Auckland when German Chancellor Angela Merkel jets into town to meet Prime Minister John Key.13 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldPutin v Abbott: Trash talk escalatesAs the tough talk between the leaders escalates, Tony Abbott has been called a "foul-mouthed, despicable, loutish oaf," while Vladimir Putin has "blood on his hands".15 Oct 12:00 AM
OpinionTony Abbott: G20 should renew resolve against protectionismThis year, while chairing the G20, Australia is in a unique position to help promote global growth, writes Australian Prime Minister Tony Abbott. Economic growth is the result of global conditions as well as domestic policies.27 Jan 04:30 PM
WorldSyria overshadows economy at G20They're supposed to be talking about growth and money, but the threat of war in Syria is creeping into nearly every conversation as the leaders of the world's 20 top economies huddle in Russia this week.05 Sep 09:58 PM
BusinessG20 leaders face divided worldSomething unfamiliar will be in the background as world leaders hold a summit in Russia starting today - economic growth throughout the developed world. And something will be missing - worry about a renewed financial crisis.05 Sep 05:30 PM
TaxTax plan lacks punch - NZ expertA major new global plan aimed at forcing multinationals to pay more taxes has been described as underwhelming and disappointing by a Kiwi tax expert.22 Jul 07:45 PM