CHINA'S stranglehold on the world's rare earths market essential ingredients in advanced weaponry, fighter jets and radar has raised concerns about the potential national security implications of a Chinese interest in Lynas Corp.

THE Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, issued a stark warning to leaders in the Asia-Pacific last night: act now to build better regional co-operation or risk conflict on the scale of that experienced by Europe last century.

THE Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, issued a stark warning to leaders in the Asia Pacific last night: act now to build better regional co-operation or risk conflict on the scale of that experienced by Europe last century.

STOCKLAND has picked up a handy 14.4% strategic stake in retirement village company Aevum after the parcel was dumped by the creaking Babcock & Brown empire.

IOOF has reported a small increase in net profit despite funds under management and administration falling more than 15%.