New Zealand
Bonds
New Zealand long rates dip below Australia's, hinting at global slowdown
Countries' 10-year yields previously flipped during global economic crises
Economy
NZ central bank cuts rates by more than expected, flags further easing
Benchmark interest rate drops 50 basis points, offering some relief to nation's PM
Finance
New Zealand names Anna Breman as central bank governor
Swedish central bank deputy becomes first female chief at Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Tech Asia
Rocket Lab aims to win big in Asia in challenge to Japanese launchers
Cost and speed key to success, shows New Zealand-founded, California-based company
Food & Beverage
Japan ice cream maker to bring frozen treat to New Zealand, Australia
Imuraya seeks bigger slice of market in country with top consumption per capita
International relations
Trump seeks Japan, Australia, New Zealand leaders meeting at NATO summit
West hopes for wider coordination with Indo-Pacific to counter China and Russia
International relations
New Zealand PM talks trade and security with Xi in first visit to China
Beijing and Wellington seek to balance trade with competition over Cook Islands
Trump tariffs
As Trump tariffs loom, EU and CPTPP eye closer ties
Brussels moves to promote free trade, though entry into Pacific trade bloc unlikely
Defense
New Zealand eyes defense spending boost to 2% of GDP
$6.6bn military buildup plan follows Chinese exercises in Tasman Sea
Economy
New Zealand exits recession, posting Q4 GDP growth of 0.7%
'Upside surprise' performance could indicate additional rate cuts this year
Policy Asia
Musk's Starlink expansion across the Pacific sparks enthusiasm -- and concern
Deals get remote islanders online, but fears linger over stranded investment, data security
Ukraine war
Australia, New Zealand vow Ukraine support as Trump, Zelenskyy clash
Prime ministers both quiet on two presidents' calamitous White House meeting
International relations
China, Cook Islands seabed research pact sparks environmental concerns
PM's China visit yielded cooperation deals but rankled New Zealand
Sports
Japanese tennis stars serve up strong week ahead of Australian Open
Rising star Ito wins in Canberra, while veterans Osaka, Nishikori make finals
Tea Leaves
In South Asia, cricket is an improbable but effective leveler
Surprise success for smaller countries boosts pan-regional fan base
Currencies
Currencies of resource-rich Canada and Brazil sold on China's economic slump
Australia, New Zealand exchange rates also impacted
Tea Leaves
All Blacks show how rituals boost sporting mojo
'It is death! It is death!' New Zealand's haka adds to the spectacle
Energy
Japan's TEPCO to make hydrogen in Indonesia with geothermal power
Japanese builder Obayashi to produce hydrogen in New Zealand
International relations
Pacific disaster response group aims to streamline preparedness
Australia seen consolidating role as region's primary security partner
Interview
New Zealand aims to double exports to ASEAN, Indo-Pacific
PM Luxon says trade agenda to focus on green economy and renewables
Opinion
World should take note of a new trade and climate change deal
ACCTS agreement between 4 small nations is a practical model for all economies
Indo-Pacific
New Zealand foreign minister calls for 'more compromise' on New Caledonia
Comments on territory in Japan speech spark response from French envoy
Indo-Pacific
NATO to up security links with Japan, South Korea, Australia, NZ
Atlantic military alliance will issue joint cooperation document next week
Interview
New Zealand 'resets' foreign policy on Indo-Pacific security: PM
Wellington keen to boost exports but wary of China encroachment
International relations
China's premier in New Zealand: Differences should not become 'chasm'
Leaders' talk of trade and cooperation comes amid cooler Beijing-Wellington ties
Interview
New Zealand seeks closer ties with ASEAN on climate change
Deputy PM Winston Peters calls regional cooperation critical in 'complicated' world
Taiwan tensions
Taipei sees New Zealand in sync with like-minded democracies, envoy says
China puts Wellington on guard as it increases its clout among Pacific islands
Climate Change
Asia braces for more extreme weather like 2023, world's hottest year
Health fallout set to worsen as severe heat, dryness and rain have already hit region
International relations
New Zealand joins U.K. and U.S. in condemning China-linked hacks
PM Luxon says calling out Beijing is a 'big step' for his country
Politics
New Zealand's conservatives gut Ardern's progressive policies
PM Luxon's government repeals green car rebates and world-first tobacco ban