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AUSTRALIA

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BUSINESS
Oct 5, 2020
How coal-loving Australia became the leader in rooftop solar
Homeowners are responding to incentives offered by state governments, a sharp drop in the price of solar panels and an increase in electricity rates.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics
Oct 3, 2020
Mike Pompeo's Asia visit and 'Quad' talks still on after Trump COVID-19 test
Top U.S. diplomat for Asia says the visit to region highlights Washington's strong commitment to the region.
Japan Times
SOCCER
Sep 29, 2020
Swede Tony Gustavsson named head coach of Australia's Matildas
Tony Gustavsson, who helped the United States win back-to-back Women's World Cups, has been appointed coach of Australia's women's soccer team, Football Federation Australia announced on Tuesday.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 11, 2020
BHP ties CEO's bonus to targets for cutting customer emissions
Supply-chain emissions typically account for more than 90 percent of BHP's total, and the responsibility miners take for them is disputed.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 9, 2020
Australia raided homes of Chinese reporters in June, reports say
The Australian government questioned at least one Chinese journalist in Australia in late June, according to reports in Chinese and Australian media, amid heightened tensions between the trading partners.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC / Politics / FOCUS
Sep 8, 2020
Australia faces down China in high-stakes strategic shift
The relationship is no longer shaped just by trade, but by a stark view that Beijing poses a threat to Australia's democracy and national sovereignty.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 7, 2020
Australia's oil industry faces new indigenous heritage test
Indigenous artifacts found on the seabed do not enjoy the same protection as the wrecks of ships or aircraft.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Companies
Sep 2, 2020
Kirin revives Australian unit sale after China Mengniu fallout
Japan's second-largest brewer has started re-engaging with suitors who had previously expressed interest in Lion Dairy & Drinks Pty.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Sep 1, 2020
With eye on China, U.S. aims to 'formalize' four-nation 'Quad' security grouping
The move comes as Japan, Australia, India and U.S. increasingly take a hard line on Beijing.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Sep 1, 2020
Facebook threatens to cut off Australians from sharing news
The threat escalates an antitrust battle between Facebook and the Australian government, which wants the social-media giant to compensate publishers.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Aug 29, 2020
U.S. to hold high-level 'Quad' talks with Australia, Japan and India
Top officials from all countries set to meet in Hawaii in September and October, U.S. national security adviser says.
Japan Times
ASIA PACIFIC
Aug 27, 2020
China Belt and Road plans for Australia face veto under new law
Prime Minister Scott Morrison is seeking new powers to veto or scrap deals that states reach with foreign powers, in a move aimed at China.
Japan Times
BUSINESS / Economy
Aug 23, 2020
Japan, India and Australia eye 'supply chain pact' to counter China
The intensifying U.S.-China conflict and worsening diplomatic relations across Asia are forcing companies to rethink their prospects in China.

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