In a key shift, the United States is lifting a ban on New Zealand navy vessels visiting US ports, and will remove obstacles to defence talks and exercises.

Defence Minister Jonathan Coleman says deepening military co-operation with the US won't endanger NZ's relationship with China, saying we can be friends with both major powers.

Nothing goes to waste at a Hong Kong market stall, finds Peter Calder.

Graham Reid leaves the clash and chaos of Kunming behind for a day of quiet.

The steady life in sales and prices started in the central Auckland suburbs over a year ago and has now spread across the new supercity. But as Bruce Morris reports, it's still tough going out in the provinces.

Megan Singleton feasts on Chinese delicacies and snaps up some bargains.

China has surged ahead of the United States and is on the verge of becoming our second-biggest tourist market.

Live Chat replay - Doing business with China - BNZ economist Tony Alexander

New Zealand won’t win eight golds in London, but it doesn’t stop anybody dreaming of stepping on top of the dais.

Ten things to see in Shanghai, one of the world's most vibrant cities.

Of all Voyager of the Sea's activities, relaxing wins, says Linda Herrick.