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Rio Tinto’s NSW coal mines taken over by China-backed Yancoal
After a protracted bidding war, Rio Tinto shareholders have finally decided to sell its NSW coal assets to China-backed miner Yancoal.
Key points:
Yancoal is...
Australia to bear brunt of China virus slowdown
A leading currency analyst has warned that the potential impact of the Wuhan coronavirus on the world economy has been understated, with Australia among...
Rio Tinto watching for revival in China iron ore mining
Rio Tinto chief executive Jean Sebastien Jacques said he has no real concerns about China's iron ore demand in 2017, and the indications for 2018 are positive.
How China’s debt binge threatens Australia
No country can be indifferent to China's economy, especially not Australia. We're more exposed to what goes on in it than just about any...
Suspected China defence leak a wake-up call for Australia
An alleged Chinese ‘spy plot’ in the UK should be a wake-up call for Australia, an expert has warned.
British counterterrorism police are investigating an...
China’s clouded iron ore import outlook, points to downward price risk
The heat came out of China's iron ore imports in April, with vessel-tracking and port data suggesting a decline of several million tonnes from...
Chinese business’ Australian space plan
Executives from major Chinese robotics and technology firms say Australia's new national space agency will provide excellent opportunities for engagement and cooperation between the...
NSW Labor leader echoes Chinese criticism of Australian media
NSW Opposition Leader Luke Foley has fully endorsed China’s global infrastructure fund and mimicked language used by Beijing officials in attacking Australian media for...
Labor’s plan to work with China in north Australia ‘bizarre’
A push by Labor to engage directly with Beijing’s “One Belt, One Road” strategy by signing up to joint infrastructure projects in Australia’s north...
Crown Casino takes huge revenue hit as wealthy Chinese gamblers desert Burswood precinct
Chinese high rollers are deserting James Packer’s Perth casino in droves, putting at risk one of the key strategies behind Crown’s $650 million redevelopment.
Australian film industry makes China push with Asian cinema to be celebrated
Australia's film industry has announced a fresh push into Asia, with a new Asian film award and a program aimed at starting more collaboration...
Australia’s fortunes are linked to China’s economy — for better or worse
Australia's dependence on Chinese money has been a blessing for the local economy, but it could unravel painfully if China's economic slowdown worsens.
