Business and economy

Australian treasurer Jim Chalmers orders several China-linked shareholders to divest their stakes in Northern Minerals under foreign investment laws aimed at protecting the country's rare earths sector. (AFP via HKFP)

• https://hongkongfp.com/2026/05/18/australia-orders-china-linked-investors-to-sell-stakes-in-rare-earths-firm/

Politics and elections

The Philippine senate resumes the impeachment process against Vice President Sara Duterte following last week's lockdown. (Reuters)

• https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/philippines-convene-court-vp-impeachment-amid-political-turmoil-2026-05-18/