China
Reserve pulls out surprise interest rate cut as China’s engine splutters
The Reserve Bank has just delivered a surprise present for mortgage holders by announcing an unexpected rate cut. Most economists......
Is there a labour movement in China?
As economic growth in China’s manufacturing sector declines, there are fears workers strikes will continue and even intensify. In the......
Infrastructure deal may help broaden economic links with China
China and Australia have agreed to step up co-operation on infrastructure projects, in a move signals a desire to move......
Will China ban GM Rice?
Despite investing millions into agricultural technology, China has drafted a proposal to ban genetically-modified rice. The surprise move could mean......
‘Cold war’ mindset prevents Australia joining China’s space push
China may send its first female astronaut into space this year, in a flight that’s expected to lay the groundwork......
Has China’s labour movement come of age?
Workers have continued to strike in their thousands across China in the last few months, partly in response to a......
China batters at Tibetan spirit
3 metre high, black steel street blockades, dozens of pale-green military trucks and hundreds of armed Chinese troops. That’s the......
USA or China: is Australia backing the wrong horse?
The visit of United States President Barack Obama not only raised debate about China’s rising regional power, but also about......
American and Chinese dialogue – Is Australia getting caught in the cross-fire?
The United States and Australia have recently agreed to the training of U.S troops on Australian soil, in military camps......
Australia and China partner up on agriculture
As food production and security become more of a global concern, Australia and China have forged a relationship over agricultural......