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Countries 'sandwiched between China, North Korea and Russia' wary of distracted US

As the Iran war stretches on there are mounting concerns in the Asia-Pacific that a protracted conflict, and a distracted White House, could threaten peace in the region.
Two young women hold up a sign that says "NO Korean Troops for the illegal war in Iran".

Published: Location: JapanTopic: World Politics

Aussie rules embraces cultural diversity to expand sport's appeal

Asia and the Pacific are key areas as the AFL appoints four players from different backgrounds to help bring the sport to a new audience.
Four athletes in culture diversity t shirts and scarves

Published: Location: MelbourneTopic: AFL

Military officers arrested over acid attack on Indonesian activist

Four Indonesian officers have been arrested and detained over an acid attack on human rights campaigner Andrie Yunus in Jakarta.
A man with shoulder-length hair, dressed in black, raises two posters, one in each hand.

Published: Location: IndonesiaTopic: Crime

No 'definitive time frame' to end Iran war, Pentagon to seek funds from Congress — as it happened

US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth says the US will end the war in Iran quickly, because the US President Donald Trump "knows better" than to keep it going for a long time.
Pete Hegseth pointing his finger wearing a blue suit.

Published: Location: Iran, Islamic Republic OfTopic: War

Quick hits: Matildas put on notice as Japan soar into Asian Cup final

Ultimate control, goals from everywhere and an eccentric coach from Greenland. This is what we learned from Japan's supremely impressive semifinal victory over South Korea.
Nielsen and Japan player composite

Published: Location: SydneyTopic: Soccer

Bali becomes a ghost town for new year. Here's why

Instead of fireworks and countdowns, Bali rings in its new year in complete silence.
hundreds of Balinese locals wearing white tops are seated in rows on the beach facing the ocean

Published: Location: BaliTopic: New Year

Sad plight of Indonesians caught in scam compounds

Young Indonesians enslaved by online scammers in Cambodia face suspicion back home after being set free.
Police officer looks at room with rows of empty desks and abandoned computers

Published: Location: CambodiaTopic: Human Trafficking

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Ghosts of Saigon

As the Vietnam War neared its chaotic end, thousands of children were evacuated around the world. Some arrived in Australia through Operation Babylift, others in the years before.
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Common Cause

This uplifting series focuses on global teamwork, as Australians join forces with remarkable international partners to address tough social problems across the region.
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Soundwalks in Mandarin

Learn Mandarin with the popular ABC Kids podcast Soundwalks which takes you on an audio journey of discovery through forests, deserts, rivers and cities.
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Published: Topic: Language Learning

Asia News Week

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头条：中国批评澳新在伊朗和涉华议题上存在“殖民式傲慢”

中国驻新西兰大使馆在其官网上刊登声明，强烈谴责澳新两国外长和防长在“2+2”会议后对伊朗的指责。两国的联合声明，指伊朗长期以来作为破坏稳定力量对国际和平与安全构成的威胁。中国驻新西兰大使馆则要求澳新两国在“指责别人之前自己先照照镜子”。
A group of men running from tear gas.

Published: Location: ChinaTopic: Defence and National Security

头条：中国燃油出口禁令让澳洲担忧 堪培拉加强监管油价

澳大利亚不直接从中东获取石油，很大程度上依赖来自亚洲的货运。战争引发了对短缺的恐惧，给全球供应链带来了冲击。联邦能源部长克里斯·鲍恩表示，尽管有报道称中国禁止燃油出口，但每一批运往澳大利亚的燃油货船均已按计划抵达。鲍恩称，澳大利亚预期中的“每一艘船”——无论是装载柴油、汽油还是航空燃料供应——到目前为止都已抵达。石油公司告诉他，预期燃油出口交付将持续到4月。
Tankers anchored in Muscat.

Published: Location: ChinaTopic: Unrest, Conflict and War

中东局势动荡油价飙升 中国“十五五”绿色能源新布局引关注

随着中东局势持续动荡、油价飙升，各国在纷纷动用战略石油储备的同时，也在进一步思考能源安全问题。中国刚刚于上周通过“十五五”规划，为下一个五年的新能源战略布局。其中有什么值得关注之处，对于作为中国重要的矿产供应国的澳大利亚来说，又意味着什么？
Container ships on a canal in front of a white suspension bridge that has an arcing loop in the middle of its structure.

Published: Location: ChinaTopic: Renewable Energy

头条：特朗普宣布推迟特习会 美中双方认为巴黎经贸磋商具有“建设性”

美国总统特朗普周一告诉记者，由于美以伊战争，他已要求将原定于3月31日至4月2日的访华行程推迟约一个月。特朗普称，他正敦促北京协助解除被伊朗关闭的霍尔木兹海峡，可能推迟访问。

Published: Location: ChinaTopic: Business, Economics and Finance

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