Natural disasters
New Zealand volcano vents steam and stymies recovery of bodies
Sixth death confirmed with another 8 feared dead remaining on White Island
Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands
Opinion
APEC shows virtues of multilateralism despite Chile cancellation
New host Malaysia will aid efforts to push forward free trade pacts
International relations
Fear of China's election meddling triggers reforms across Pacific
Reports of shady contributions and spy activities push governments to act
Business deals
Singapore-based Keppel REIT in $110m green loan from OCBC
Listed landlord plans to expand its environmentally friendly building portfolio
Opinion
Australia needs clear message when it comes to Chinese meddling
Scott Morrison's government has no strategy to deal with Beijing's rise
Opinion
Japan can teach Australia how to carefully handle China
Scott Morrison needs to study Shinzo Abe's resolve
Politics
Singapore tells Facebook to correct post, citing 'fake news' law
Social media giant ordered to run correction after author refuses to comply
Commodities
Demand from health-conscious Chinese underpin world nut prices
Despite high import tariffs, China is still buying from the US
Commodities
Rio Tinto chases greener identity in Australia and China
Mining giant's projects seek to cut emissions in carbon-heavy industries
