Australia
New Zealand economy remains weak despite growth
First-quarter growth of 0.2% has technically moved New Zealand out of recession but the economy remains weak
New ZealandAustralia aims to be West's critical mineral partner
Canberra is increasing support for efforts to embed Australian minerals in Western strategic supply chains
AustraliaChinese premier's visit should improve Australia ties
Chinese Premier Li Qiang is on a four-day visit to Australia that includes meeting Prime Minister Anthony Albanese
AustraliaAustralia's green push may not be enough for investors
The government promises AUD22.7bn over a decade for its Future Made in Australia plan to boost the green sector
AustraliaAustralian budget offers modest pre-election spending
On May 14, Labor Treasurer Jim Chalmers presented his third budget, possibly the last before the next election
AustraliaAustralia's budget offers help -- limited by inflation
Labor Treasurer Jim Chalmers today presented the federal budget, which could be the last before the next election
AustraliaChina-Australia ties will remain complex
Canberra has condemned a Chinese fighter jet’s interception of an Australian helicopter
ChinaAustralia emission standards will have limited impact
The government will launch new fuel efficiency standards next year, intended to reduce carbon emissions from transport
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