Tiny Pacific nations face tough choices on food, fuel posed by Iran conflict
World 17:18 22/04/2026Far-flung Pacific nations are reeling from the impact of a global fuel crisis as authorities scramble to manage energy supplies while families must grapple with fuel curbs and higher costs for food and access to healthcare.
Japan eyes Pacific island for nuclear waste disposal site
World 15:34 03/03/2026TOKYO -- The Japanese government is considering Minamitorishima, a remote Tokyo island in the Pacific, as a possible site for the final disposal of highly radioactive waste from nuclear power plants, it was learned Tuesday.
Pacific microstate sells first passports to fund climate action
World 18:03 07/08/2025A remote Pacific nation selling passports to fund climate action has approved just six applicants since early this year, but officials said Thursday that interest in joining the low-lying, largely barren island is increasing.
The Pacific island nation that wants to mine the ocean floor
World 17:15 23/07/2025A 1,000-metric-ton ship is exploring the far-flung South Pacific for riches buried beneath the waves, spearheading efforts to dredge the tropical waters for industrial deep-sea mining.
New wave of retailer expansion expected to materialize in 2015
Economy 18:45 16/12/2014Key emerging markets in Southeast Asia, such as Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam, will be a strong area of focus due to the growing appetite for consumer goods and the relaxation of foreign investment regulations next year, according to a recent CBRE report
Three sets of political developments that matter to Asia Pacific
World 16:00 16/11/2014In recent weeks, international politics in Asia Pacific has continued to develop in fascinating ways, owing to a series of developments – both foreseen and unforeseen
5 companies in Vietnam among top 500 retailers in Asia Pacific
Economy 18:12 01/07/2014Five retailers operating in Vietnam have been included in the list of 500 best-performing retailers in Asia Pacific in 2014
Economic situation matters most to Asia-Pacific consumers: survey
Economy 19:30 16/08/2013While consumers in Singapore, Vietnam and Thailand have a high level of concerns towards inflation, Aussies are the most careful spenders in the region, according to a 2-month regional survey conducted by GfK
