Wealthy Chinese investors say strict fund transfer policies are preventing them from becoming investor migrants in New Zealand.

A Malaysian court sentenced a man to death for murdering his Indonesian maid in a landmark verdict.

Two trains collided in east India, killing 61 people and injuring many more.

Fifteen lucky poker players are headed from Auckland to Queenstown this week for a chance to strike it rich.

The grand vision British architect Edwin Lutyens had for New Delhi during the Raj is still apparent in its wide tree-lined boulevards, intersecting roundabouts, parks, fountains and footpaths.

Dodging traffic and 13 million people, Liz Light is captivated by the history, shopping and vibrancy of a buzzing New Delhi.

NZ is one of the best places to shuffle off the mortal coil, according to a new index.

It takes more than a T-shirt to appreciate this ancient wonder, writes Jim Eagles.

Economic growth in Asia and Latin America will help the rest of the world avoid a double dip recession, says the head of the IMF.

New Zealand may find itself economic toast if it doesn't get a comprehensive China strategy together - and fast.

Pete Bethune says he fully supports Sea Shepherd, despite the organisation "booting him out" during his trial in Japan.

Good on Pete Bethune, writes Matt McCarten.

The medieval Samode Palace is a magical introduction to rural Rajasthan in India.

The Government is using "rugby diplomacy" - sending former All Blacks to China - to strengthen trade links.

Chinese Vice President Xi Jinping says he has put Russel Norman's protest behind him.

Kiwi Phil Davenport keeps the cogs running at exclusive bar and restaurant KuDeTa in beautiful Bali.

A deal negotiated with the Japanese resulted in a suspended sentence for anti-whaling activist Pete Bethune, but means he won't be on the next Sea Shepherd protest.

Food safety, science and film production are the latest areas to benefit from New Zealand's free trade agreement with China.

Prime Minister John Key wants to get an agreement to double New Zealand's trade with China within five years.

Anything is possible in this dazzling gamblers' paradise, writes Jim Eagles.