Pacific Islands
Pacific Islands forum tackles climate change, Security amid regional power struggle
The Pacific Islands Forum has commenced its annual summit in the Solomon Islands, with climate change and security taking center stage amidst the ongoing battle for influence in the region between China and the United States. Solomon Islands Prime Minister Jeremiah Manele emphasized the urgency for regional unity and action, stating, “If ever there was […]
China Hosts Pacific Island Nations to Bolster Diplomatic Ties
China is hosting a high-level meeting with 11 Pacific Island nations in Xiamen, China, to deepen ties and build a “closer” community with “a shared future” in the strategic region. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi is chairing the meeting, which includes leaders and diplomats from Kiribati, Solomon Islands, Papua New Guinea, Fiji, Niue, Tonga, Nauru, […]