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New Zealand Halts Funding to Cook Islands Over China Deals
New Zealand suspended NZ$18.2 million in funding to the Cook Islands following the Cook Islands' undisclosed deals with China in February, covering infrastructure, tourism, technology, and deep-sea mineral exploration, raising concerns among US allies about China's growing influence in the Pacific.
New Zealand Halts Funding to Cook Islands Over China Deals
New Zealand suspended NZ$18.2 million in funding to the Cook Islands following the Cook Islands' undisclosed deals with China in February, covering infrastructure, tourism, technology, and deep-sea mineral exploration, raising concerns among US allies about China's growing influence in the Pacific.
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China Expands Influence in Pacific Amidst U.S. Retreat
China's expanding influence in the Pacific Islands is fueled by increased economic and diplomatic engagement, contrasting with the U.S.'s reduced presence under the Trump administration; this is causing rising tensions with Australia and New Zealand, who are now competing with China for influence in...
China Expands Influence in Pacific Amidst U.S. Retreat
China's expanding influence in the Pacific Islands is fueled by increased economic and diplomatic engagement, contrasting with the U.S.'s reduced presence under the Trump administration; this is causing rising tensions with Australia and New Zealand, who are now competing with China for influence in...
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China Strengthens Pacific Island Ties
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with foreign guests from Micronesia, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, Nauru, Fiji, and the Pacific Islands Forum in Xiamen, reaffirming China's commitment to strengthening partnerships and cooperation with Pacific Island nations, focusing on infrastructure, climate cha...
China Strengthens Pacific Island Ties
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with foreign guests from Micronesia, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, Nauru, Fiji, and the Pacific Islands Forum in Xiamen, reaffirming China's commitment to strengthening partnerships and cooperation with Pacific Island nations, focusing on infrastructure, climate cha...
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China and Pacific Island Countries Strengthen Ties with Six-Point Cooperation Plan
In Xiamen, China and Pacific Island Countries held their third foreign ministers' meeting, commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations and outlining a six-point plan for future cooperation, including infrastructure, climate change, and green development, with Pacific nations affirming their commi...
China and Pacific Island Countries Strengthen Ties with Six-Point Cooperation Plan
In Xiamen, China and Pacific Island Countries held their third foreign ministers' meeting, commemorating 50 years of diplomatic relations and outlining a six-point plan for future cooperation, including infrastructure, climate change, and green development, with Pacific nations affirming their commi...
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China Unveils Pacific Island Cooperation Plan
China announced initiatives to bolster cooperation with 11 Pacific Island countries in areas like climate change, disaster mitigation, and trade, following a foreign ministers' meeting in Xiamen, China.
China Unveils Pacific Island Cooperation Plan
China announced initiatives to bolster cooperation with 11 Pacific Island countries in areas like climate change, disaster mitigation, and trade, following a foreign ministers' meeting in Xiamen, China.
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Fiji's "Loloma Hour": Sustainable Tourism Through Cultural Exchange
Fiji's "Loloma Hour" initiative invites visitors to contribute an hour to environmental or cultural projects, aiming for 5,000 hours of community engagement annually, promoting sustainable tourism and cultural preservation through activities like traditional weaving, coral planting, and culinary cla...
Fiji's "Loloma Hour": Sustainable Tourism Through Cultural Exchange
Fiji's "Loloma Hour" initiative invites visitors to contribute an hour to environmental or cultural projects, aiming for 5,000 hours of community engagement annually, promoting sustainable tourism and cultural preservation through activities like traditional weaving, coral planting, and culinary cla...
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Pacific Journalists Face Defamation Lawsuits, Threatening Press Freedom
The Pacific faces a critical moment for press freedom as journalists face expensive defamation lawsuits, threatening their financial survival and potentially silencing critical reporting, with cases in Palau, Samoa and Papua New Guinea highlighting the issue.
Pacific Journalists Face Defamation Lawsuits, Threatening Press Freedom
The Pacific faces a critical moment for press freedom as journalists face expensive defamation lawsuits, threatening their financial survival and potentially silencing critical reporting, with cases in Palau, Samoa and Papua New Guinea highlighting the issue.
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China Expands Maritime Law Enforcement in Pacific, Challenging Regional Powers
Pacific Island officials confirm China's growing maritime law enforcement presence, including showcasing its Haixun 60 vessel and active participation in high-seas inspection rule discussions, potentially leading to increased tensions with existing regional powers and altering the regional security ...
China Expands Maritime Law Enforcement in Pacific, Challenging Regional Powers
Pacific Island officials confirm China's growing maritime law enforcement presence, including showcasing its Haixun 60 vessel and active participation in high-seas inspection rule discussions, potentially leading to increased tensions with existing regional powers and altering the regional security ...
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China Deepens Pacific Ties, Focusing on Infrastructure and Trade
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with representatives from Micronesia, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, and other Pacific Island nations in Xiamen on May 29th, discussing enhanced cooperation in infrastructure, climate change, and trade, reaffirming support for the One China principle and exploring bi...
China Deepens Pacific Ties, Focusing on Infrastructure and Trade
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with representatives from Micronesia, Vanuatu, Papua New Guinea, and other Pacific Island nations in Xiamen on May 29th, discussing enhanced cooperation in infrastructure, climate change, and trade, reaffirming support for the One China principle and exploring bi...
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China Unveils Pacific Island Cooperation Initiatives
China announced new cooperative initiatives with 11 Pacific Island countries, focusing on climate change, disaster mitigation, and trade, following a foreign ministers' meeting in Xiamen, showcasing a significant expansion of their relationship.
China Unveils Pacific Island Cooperation Initiatives
China announced new cooperative initiatives with 11 Pacific Island countries, focusing on climate change, disaster mitigation, and trade, following a foreign ministers' meeting in Xiamen, showcasing a significant expansion of their relationship.
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China and Pacific Island Countries Deepen Strategic Partnership
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Kiribati's President Taneti Maamau co-chaired the third China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers' meeting in Xiamen, China on May 28, 2025, focusing on strengthening cooperation and celebrating 50 years of diplomatic ties.
China and Pacific Island Countries Deepen Strategic Partnership
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi and Kiribati's President Taneti Maamau co-chaired the third China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers' meeting in Xiamen, China on May 28, 2025, focusing on strengthening cooperation and celebrating 50 years of diplomatic ties.
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Marshall Islands: US Nuclear Tests' Lasting Devastation
A Greenpeace study reveals the lasting health, social, and environmental devastation caused by 67 US nuclear tests in the Marshall Islands, highlighting the 1985 Rongelap Atoll evacuation and the estimated 100,000 excess cancer deaths worldwide.
Marshall Islands: US Nuclear Tests' Lasting Devastation
A Greenpeace study reveals the lasting health, social, and environmental devastation caused by 67 US nuclear tests in the Marshall Islands, highlighting the 1985 Rongelap Atoll evacuation and the estimated 100,000 excess cancer deaths worldwide.
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