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Government set to legislate its 43% emissions reduction target after Greens announce support

The government is now assured it will secure its legislation to enshrine its 43% 2030 emissions reduction target, after Greens leader Adam Bandt pledged his party would support it in both houses.

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Taiwan defence ministry says Chinese drills seriously violated island's sovereignty

Taiwan's defence ministry said on Wednesday that Chinese military drills have violated United Nations rules, invaded Taiwan's territorial space and amount to a blockade of its air and sea, amid high tensions as U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi visits the island.

Reuters

Has Labor learnt from the failure of the cashless debit card?

Legislation passed through the House of Representatives last night to wind down the cashless debit card (CDC), which was introduced into the East Kimberley and Ceduna in 2016 and since applied at other trial sites around Australia. The card compulsorily quarantines 80% of social security payments received by working-aged people.

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Pelosi says U.S. will not abandon Taiwan

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi told Taiwan's President Tsai Ing-wen on Wednesday that her visit to the island makes it unequivocally clear that the United States will not abandon Taiwan.

Reuters

Pelosi lauds Taiwan, says China's fury cannot stop visits by world leaders

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi left Taiwan on Wednesday after touting its democracy and pledging American solidarity during her brief visit, adding that Chinese anger cannot stop world leaders from travelling to the self-ruled island claimed by Beijing.

Reuters

China restricts trade with Taiwan amid tensions over Pelosi trip

China’s Commerce Ministry announces trade measures after warning of “serious consequences” over visit.

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Pelosi says U.S. chip bill offers opportunity for U.S.-Taiwan cooperation

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi told the Taiwanese parliament on Wednesday the U.S. chip bill would offer a good opportunity for U.S.-Taiwan cooperation in the chip industry.

Reuters

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Euthanasia ban for ACT and NT closer to being repealed as territory rights bill passes House of Representatives

A bill to restore territory rights passes in the House of Representatives, edging the ACT and Northern Territory closer to being able to set their own laws on voluntary assisted dying.

ABC News

Nancy Pelosi meets Taiwan's President as China responds with flurry of military exercises — as it happened

The Speaker of the US House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi, has been visiting Taiwan's parliament and meeting with President Tsai Ing-wen, despite China warning of "serious consequences" for her trip. Look back at how the day's events unfolded with our blog.

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ASX slips as US-China tensions mount, amid warnings of 'severe' economic downturn

The Australian share market claws back much of its early losses as retail sales jump to a record high, the Australian dollar sinks below 70 US cents despite the Reserve Bank's rate hike and BHP boosts its nickel exploration to take advantage of an electric vehicle boom.

ABC News

North Korea denounces U.S. 'interference' over Pelosi's Taiwan visit

North Korea's foreign ministry on Wednesday criticised what it called U.S. "imprudent interference" in China's internal affairs over House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, the official KCNA said.

Reuters

Morning mail: Greens in ‘powerful position’ on climate, call for ‘virtual’ nurses, US house speaker visits Taiwan

Wednesday: Adam Bandt to declare Liberals ‘irrelevant’ in scathing attack amid jostling over emissions bill. Plus more rain tipped for spring

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Cashless debit cards linked to buy now, pay later services raise concerns ahead of end of scheme

Social Services Minister Amanda Rishworth said transitioning people off cashless debit cards could take time due to a number of people linking theirs to buy now, pay later services.

ABC News

Russia's foreign ministry: China has right to take measures to protect sovereignty

Russia's foreign ministry said on Tuesday the visit to Taiwan by U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi was a clear provocation.

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Attacks on Taiwan websites likely work of Chinese 'hacktivists' - researchers

Digital attacks against Taiwanese government websites ahead of U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi's arrival in Tapei on Tuesday were likely launched by Chinese activist hackers rather than the Chinese government, a cybersecurity research organisation said.

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China fumes as Pelosi departs Taiwan

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has departed from her controversial trip to Taiwan, pledging US solidarity with the island as China continues to condemn her visit.

Reuters

China foreign ministry blasts Pelosi's arrival in Taiwan

China's foreign ministry on Tuesday condemned U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi's visit to China, saying it seriously damages peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.

France 24

China threatens 'targeted military operations' as Pelosi arrives in Taiwan

House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Tuesday with a clear message for China, saying the US commitment to a democratic Taiwan is more important than ever, as China’s defence ministry announced in response that its military was put on high alert and will launch “targeted military…

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Pelosi: America's solidarity with Taiwanese people more important than ever

House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan on Tuesday with a clear message for China, saying the U.S. commitment to a democratic Taiwan is more important than ever.

Reuters

U.S. House Speaker Pelosi arrives in Taiwan

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi arrived in Taiwan late on Tuesday, sparking an immediate backlash from Beijing, which had warned her against a visit, saying it would undermine China-U.S. relations.

Daily Mirror

Nancy Pelosi arrives in Taiwan in defiance of terrifying Chinese war threats

A Taiwanese fighter aircraft reportedly went into "alert mode" after Speaker Pelosi entered the Taiwanese Air Defense Identification Zone

Daily Mirror

Taiwan's presidential office website hit by cyber attack as US and China tensions rise

US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi is expected to arrive in Taipei later today as Beijing warned Washington of lethal repercussions should it interfere in its territorial claims to the self-ruled island

Reuters

Russia backs China over 'provocative' Pelosi visit to Taiwan

Russia backed China on Tuesday over an expected visit to Taiwan by U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi, warning Washington that such a provocative trip would put the United States on a collision course with Beijing.

Reuters

China bans 35 Taiwanese food exporters in warning ahead of Pelosi visit

China has suspended imports from 35 Taiwanese exporters of biscuits and pastries since Monday, in a warning salvo to the self-governed island ahead of a potential visit to Taiwan by U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi.

Asharq Al-Awsat

US Navy Deploys Four Warships East of Taiwan as Pelosi Heads to Taipei

As US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi headed to Taipei on Tuesday amid intensifying warnings from China, four US warships, including an aircraft carrier, were positioned in waters east of the island on "routine" deployments. The carrier USSR Ronald Reagan had transited the South China Sea and was currently…

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