A showdown between Western leaders and Russian President Vladimir Putin is likely at the G20 summit in Australia starting on Saturday, following fresh reports of Russian troops pouring into eastern Ukraine.
Swedish defense firm Saab (SAABb.ST) has submitted a bid to build new submarines for the Australian defense ministry, Swedish media reported.
New Zealand's competition regulator has cleared online travel giant Expedia Inc to buy Wotif.com Holdings Ltd, leaving just one final regulatory hurdle for the A$699 million ($610 million) deal.