Asia Insight
Australia looks for boost from Chinese trade war stimulus
After 27-year growth run, the economy is weaker than it seems
Economy
China's dreams of 5G dominance hit roadblock in Western markets
More countries likely to follow Australia's move to exclude Huawei and ZTE
Commodities
Russia to take on Australia and Indonesia in Asian coal market
Tough share battle likely as consumption declines in Europe
Economy
Australian economy grows for 27th year with forecast-beating quarter
But analysts say fall in household savings and stagnant incomes not sustainable
Economy
Australia's new PM flies to Indonesia in bid to seal trade deal
Morrison's meeting with Jokowi comes as China's sway grows and the rupiah falls
International relations
Conclusion to RCEP talks 'finally in sight,' Singapore PM says
Members seek harmony in two-day gathering amid escalating US-China trade war
Economy
Australia's population soars to 25m on brisk immigration
Economy grows but strained infrastructure provides fodder for election debate
Environment
Asian economies join the anti-plastic crusade
Growing concerns about microparticles in the oceans prompt action
Economy
Asia dominates liveable city rankings with Tokyo and Osaka in top 10
Upgraded transport and lower crime boost quality of life in Japanese cities
Economy
New Zealand will keep interest rate at historic low until 2020
Unexpectedly dovish policy, prompted by slackening growth, weakens currency
Trade war
ASEAN urges partners to speed up RCEP talks amid US-China trade war
Ministers call for 'swift' conclusion, but obstacles remain to deal by year-end
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Trade war
Aussie beef prices rise as China loses appetite for US meat
As trade war kicks in, Australian products take over hot pot menus
Economy
US, Japan and Australia team up on Indo-Pacific building push
Trilateral infrastructure framework aimed at countering China's Belt and Road
Politics
Australian prime minister's economic plans take by-election hit
Losses dent Turnbull's hopes for another term as head of Coalition government
Asia Insight
Australia becomes Exhibit A for countering China's influence
As Canberra weighs blocking Huawei's 5G bid, other governments watch and learn
Politics
Turnbull's 'Australians first' policy dents immigration
Foreign arrivals blamed for urban congestion and regional unemployment
Trade war
Trade headwinds roil Asian currencies
Yuan, won and Australian dollar suffer as investors shelter in the dollar
International relations
China pulls back from Australian investment as relations sour
Canberra's infrastructure security push may lower the tally further
International relations
Australia lifts ban on Japanese beef imports after 17 years
Reopening of market promises to boost Japan's trade
Trade war
Australia faces a double-edged sword amid US-China trade standoff
Wine exports set to flow, but iron ore and pork sectors wary of rising tensions
International relations
Protectionism left out of APEC trade ministers' statement
Members call for 'removal of market-distorting subsidies'
International relations
East Timor heads for election after bad-tempered campaign
Vote comes after landmark maritime boundary deal with Australia
Business trends
Japan's price-conscious consumers turn to foreign rice
Australian and other imports find their way into homes and restaurants
Economy
Clashing visions keep sweeping trade pact elusive for Southeast Asia
Countries advocate alternatives as protectionist and free-trade camps remain deadlocked