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POLITICSAug 13Hong Kong woman acquitted of protest-related charges after return from AustraliaA Hong Kong woman who returned from Australia has been acquitted of two charges linked to the 2019 anti-government protests, after a magistrate found insufficient evidence that she was involved in the unrest. Eastern Court ruled on Thursday that prosecutors had failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that casino cashier Ami Chan Hui-ching, 21, carried two laser pointers and three bottles of spray paint for illegal purposes on September 8, 2019. Magistrate Edward Wong Ching-yu pointed out that...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 12Indonesian sovereign fund takes A$3 . 57b stake in JBS AustraliaAn Indonesian sovereign fund has acquired a significant A$3.57 billion stake in JBS Australia. This represents a major international investment in the Australian market.sheepcentral.com · Australia
POLITICSAug 12Vietnam’s To Lam eyes trade, defence boost during trip to Australia, New ZealandA visit by Vietnam’s top leader To Lam to Australia and New Zealand this week is expected to lead to stronger maritime security cooperation, especially in intelligence-sharing and joint patrols. The Vietnamese president is seeking to bolster partnerships and strengthen cooperation in science and technology, according to a government statement. During Lam’s six-day trip, which ends on Friday, he is expected to sign 12 to 16 agreements with Canberra – covering education, digital transformation,...South China Morning Post
POLITICSAug 11Australia's PM Anthony Albanese under fire for 'melons' gag about Japanese leaderAsked whether he would say sorry for his "disrespectful behaviour" in parliament on Tuesday, the Australian leader said: "I reject the assertion in the question."EuroNews [en]
WORLDAug 11Cocaine trafficking surge in Pacific region fuels China policing fears , Australia a cash cow for cartelspina.com.fj · Fiji
WORLDAug 11Australia , Vietnam agree to deepen comprehensive strategic partnershipAustralia and Vietnam have agreed to deepen their comprehensive strategic partnership, indicating a strengthening of bilateral diplomatic and economic ties. This development is significant for regional stability and cooperation between the two nations.bignewsnetwork.com · United States
POLITICSAug 9China-Australia relations reach ‘good enough’ baseline, ex-envoy saysAfter years of strain, China-Australia ties have reached a “good enough” baseline for Canberra, though still short of Beijing’s broader ambitions, according to a former top Australian diplomat. The relationship had taken a significant downturn since 2017, but was now on “a more realistic footing”, Graham Fletcher, a non-resident fellow at the Lowy Institute, a Sydney-based think tank, wrote in a report released on Sunday. Fletcher served as Australia’s ambassador to China from 2019 to 2023. The...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSAug 6Does Beijing really have the power to lift up the Australian dollar?While global markets watched closely for a joint move by Washington and Tokyo to prop up the Japanese yen this week, Australian dollar traders have been laser-focused on the actions of another power: China. Some analysts view the Australian currency as particularly sensitive to policy moves in Beijing. If China intervenes to boost domestic growth, that could also lift the Australian dollar, the theory goes. But in reality, the currency’s exposure to the world’s second-largest economy is more...South China Morning Post
WORLDAug 3Massive Attack Preview Australian Tour With South Korea Setlist Featuring Mezzanine Classics And Rare CoversMassive Attack previewed their Australian tour, with a setlist from a South Korea show featuring classic and rare covers. This update relates to their upcoming performances.noise11.com · Australia
MILITARYJul 31Why Japanese stealth fighters over Australia signal a strategic pivot against ChinaJapanese F-35A stealth fighters are flying training missions over Australia for the first time in Exercise Pitch Black – part of a broader defence pivot that experts say could bolster US and allied resilience against Beijing in a Taiwan contingency. The multinational exercise, held every two years and featuring around 100 aircraft, runs from July 20 to August 7. It comes just days after Japanese, US and Australian F-35s trained together during the inaugural Southern Cross drills. Southern Cross...South China Morning Post
POLITICSJul 24China tells Australia to back off over South China Sea as tensions build at ASEAN SummitChina has warned Australia regarding its stance on the South China Sea, as tensions escalate during the ASEAN Summit. This reflects ongoing geopolitical friction over disputed territories.sbs.com.au · Australia
CONFLICTJul 22Australia raises China’s missile test in meeting with top diplomat Wang YiChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi urged Australia to give up “double standards” and join efforts to maintain the momentum of improving bilateral ties, as Canberra voiced concerns over Beijing’s military development and a recent missile test. In a meeting with Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong on Tuesday, Wang said Canberra and Beijing should address differences on the basis of mutual respect and equality. “Both sides should seek common ground while managing disagreements and foster a...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 14Alcoa approves development of Australia gallium project with U.S., Japan, Australia backingAlcoa has approved the development of a gallium project in Australia, with support from the U.S., Japan, and Australia. This signals a new international business and resource development initiative.Seeking Alpha Tech
POLITICSJul 10How Beijing nuclear gambit gave Australia a surprise advantageThis article examines how a strategic move by Beijing involving nuclear capabilities inadvertently provided an advantage to Australia. It analyzes the geopolitical implications of this development.smh.com.au · Australia
POLITICSJul 10Tonga - Australia treaty : Pacific nation eyes new security pact amid concerns over China missile testTonga is considering a new security treaty with Australia, prompted by concerns over a recent China missile test. This highlights evolving geopolitical dynamics and security interests in the Pacific region.brisbanetimes.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJul 7Australia’s Lynas partners South Korea’s JS Link for Malaysian magnet factoryLynas Rare Earths said on Tuesday it had signed a partnership deal with South Korea’s JS Link to develop a magnet factory in Malaysia. The Australian rare-earths producer will also supply materials to JS Link’s magnet factory in South Korea and the planned factory in Malaysia until January 2038. The partnership follows a magnet manufacturing deal between the two companies ⁠last year. Under the latest deal, JS Link will establish a magnet factory in ‌Kuantan, Malaysia, with an operating capacity...South China Morning Post
BUSINESSJul 7Japan triples tax on Australian tourists leaving the country | Namoi Valley IndependentJapan has tripled the tax imposed on Australian tourists departing the country. This policy change impacts international tourism and trade relations.nvi.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 7China warns Australia over military alliance with Fiji that promises to act to meet the common danger rnz.co.nz
BUSINESSJul 6Japan triples tax on Australian tourists leaving the country | Blue Mountains GazetteJapan has reportedly tripled a tax on Australian tourists departing the country. This signifies a notable change in international travel taxation policy with potential implications for tourism.bluemountainsgazette.com.au · Australia
BUSINESSJul 6Japan triples tax on Australian tourists leaving the country | The Singleton ArgusJapan has significantly increased the tax for Australian tourists departing the country, which could impact travel costs and tourism flows between the two nations.singletonargus.com.au · Australia
MILITARYJul 6China missile test draws criticism from Australia, New Zealand, JapanCountries raise concerns after Chinese military test-launches ballistic missile from submarine in the Pacific Ocean.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSJul 6Australia and Fiji seal mutual defence pact in push to counter China in PacificThe signing of the defence treaty comes on the same day that Chinese state media reported a submarine had test-launched a long-range ballistic missile in the South Pacific, a move criticised by Australia.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSJul 6PM Modi embarks on six - day Indonesia , Australia and New Zealand tour : What on the agenda ? PM Modi has begun a six-day tour to Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. The report asks about the agenda for this diplomatic trip.livemint.com · India
POLITICSJul 6Visit to Indonesia, Australia, New Zealand will further strengthen India's Act East Policy: PM‘My visit to Indonesia and Australia in the Eastern and Southern Indian Ocean, respectively, followed by New Zealand, will further strengthen India's Act East Policy’, said Prime Minister Narendra ModiThe Hindu
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