Indo-Pacific
China-friendly Kiribati president aims for third and final term
Taneti Maamau seen as favorite after pro-Taiwan opposition leader fails to make cut
Defense
AUKUS eyes potential Japan cooperation in autonomous maritime systems
Analyst says 'race' with China developing around undersea warfare capabilities
Trade
Australia secures trade deal with UAE, eyes cash for critical minerals
Agreement will boost exports by AU$678m a year, minister says
Natural disasters
Tonga struggles to break cycle of disaster and debt
Pacific island countries call for international community to step up aid
Politics
At least 20 killed in Papua New Guinea violence, U.N. says
Death toll may reach 50, as illegal miners fight a week after Pope Francis visit
Interview
Japanese-Uyghur lawmaker calls for harder line on China
Ruling party member Arfiya Eri says Japan must amend its 'passive constitution'
Telecommunication
Japan set to provide aid for South Pacific telecom infrastructure
NTT expected to play role in region that is nerve center for undersea communications
Opinion
AUKUS needs more than submarines to make its bold vision a reality
Increased public engagement is key to pact's mission to deter China
Photos
Through the lens: Japan's LDP begins presidential race, Typhoon Yagi and the pope's visit
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Media & Entertainment
Elon Musk calls Australian government 'fascists' over bill on falsehoods
Canberra could fine social media firms for failing to prevent spread of misinformation
Commodities
Australia's mining industry faults new labor rights for rising costs
Minerals Council cites multi-employer bargaining and 'same job, same pay' law
Commodities
Australian miners rally as China's CATL 'adjusts' lithium output
Oversupply has dragged on prices for key battery material over a year
Gender
New Zealand Olympians call for review of transgender guidelines
Group claims guidelines ignore female athletes' rights and undermine fairness and safety.
Immigration
Australia latest to crack down on foreign student influx as rents soar
Schools object to curbs on key export industry that follow trend in Canada and U.K.
Technology
Australia plans social media minimum age, angering youth digital advocates
Critics say ban could drive youngsters' online activity underground
Commodities
West urged to give lithium more support to break China's supply grip
Ex-Pilbara chief's warning comes as Arcadium moves to mothball Australian mine
Business trends
Japan and Australia should 'update' trade relations: NSW premier
Nikkei Forum in Sydney focuses on the two countries' future
Indo-Pacific
Quad plans Biden-Kishida send-off summit in Delaware on Sept. 21
President to host leaders of Japan, India and Australia in home city
Economy
Pope Francis visits PNG, urges fair treatment for workers
Pontiff also calls for end to ethnic violence in resource-rich Pacific country
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International relations
Australia and Japan launch Pacific digital plan, boost defense ties
Foreign and defense ministers meet amid 'serious concerns' over China
Interview
Kiribati ex-leader calls on Pacific to confront assertive China
Anote Tong says recent PIF controversy holds lessons for how to deal with Beijing
Economy
Australian GDP grows just 0.2% as interest rates hit consumption
Policymakers caught between sluggish expansion and stubborn inflation
Interview
New Zealand aims to double exports to ASEAN, Indo-Pacific
PM Luxon says trade agenda to focus on green economy and renewables
Opinion
U.S. military must reinforce Guam's crumbling infrastructure
Tiny Pacific territory is Washington's 'rusty spear' in the Pacific power struggle