COMMENT: 2016 was not a boring year. In fact, it was interesting, but in an "ancient Chinese curse" kind of way.

China took another step to degrade the dollar in defining the value of its currency, in an effort that cuts against its rival's stubbornly strong hold on the global financial system.

Donald Trump's assault on trade is escalating. First the foes were China and Mexico. Now it is the world.

Iyia Liu has made a fortune by cashing in on the latest beauty trends.

The US-China relationship is ending 2016 on its most ominous note in years.

Three Chinese hackers made more than $5.8 million in illicit profits after breaking into the servers of top deals law firms in New York.

Diamonds, not marriage, are forever for China's millennials.

China slapped a $42m fine on General Motors for antitrust violations, a sign of the growing tensions between the US and the Asian nation.

Don't think you weren't warned. You were, over, and over, and over again.

COMMENT: John Key was aware of the high stakes when it came to New Zealand and China, but his commitment was clear, writes Stephen Jacobi.

New Kiwi software has intercepted a batch of fake infant formula with ties to a Russian counterfeiting ring.

Sir Philip Green is attempting to put his BHS woes behind him by launching standalone Topshop stores across China.

Long working hours, low pay and squalid accommodation - welcome to the real toy factory where your presents are made.

The business community is welcoming Bill English's appointment to Prime Minister, but asking: can he keep up Key's skillful diplomacy?

COMMENT: Organic baby formula, gambling resorts, nothing can escape the damage of Chinese regulation, Christopher Niesche writes.

Zhejiang Rifa Holding Group has set out its bid for a partial takeover of Airwork Holdings, the Auckland-based aircraft services business.

Fonterra wants to lift its UHT sales in China through its flagship brand, Anchor.

COMMENT: There's little chance NZ will get through the next few years without an economic shock.

China Southern Airlines is to ramp up its flights between Guangzhou and Christchurch over the summer.

COMMENT: Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg is willing to try just about anything to get his company back into China.

COMMENT: A US-made iPhone is likely just another empty campaign promise. And that's for the best.

Auckland UniServices, the commercial arm of the University of Auckland, has set up an innovation institute in the Chinese city of Hangzhou.

A2 Milk Co shares rose almost 5 per cent after the company updated shareholders at its annual meeting in Sydney.

The controversial deal which will see meat processor Silver Fern Farms sell a 50 per cent controlling stake to Shanghai Maling is set to be completed.

Prime Minister John Key has announced the launch of negotiations to upgrade the China Free Trade Agreement.

The owner of franchise rights for the Esquires Coffee chain is seeking to raise up to $10 million for growth in China.

Here's how Australian pharmacist Danielle Di Pilla is making millions selling her goat soap around the world.

China has big, ambitious plans for Mount Everest and trekking purists aren't going to like it.

COMMENT: If Trump carries out his trade and defence threats, NZ would face the risk of slower global economic growth, higher interest rates and fewer capital flows.

China's biggest day of shopping has kicked off with big name stars, and retailers are cashing in.