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No China missile test condemnation from Pacific leaders
The Pacific Islands Forum has again failed to condemn China for its missile test...
Ben McKay (AAP) 4 Sep 2026
Pacific leaders thrash out stance behind closed doors
How the Pacific Islands Forum grapples with language over China's recent missile...
Ben McKay (AAP) 3 Sep 2026
'There will always be consequences' - China angered by Taiwan's presence at Pacific ceremony
China has promised "consequences" for Taiwan's presence at the Pacific Islands F...
Ben McKay (AAP) 1 Sep 2026
New report sparks call for investment in Indigenous tourism operators tapping Chinese market
Governments should back a dedicated China-readiness program and a pilot to help...
Giovanni Torre 25 Aug 2026
PNG to shut Taiwan office, winning praise from China
Papua New Guinea's government has decided to close Taiwan's representative offic...
Colleen Howe (AAP) 17 Jul 2026
Marshall Islands talks tough to Chinese government over Pacific missile testing

The Marshall Islands has condemned China's recent submarine-launched missile test nearby in the Pacific Ocean, adding that its Micronesian region cannot be treated as a site for military signalling.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jul 10, 2026
Vanuatu, Australia to continue negotiating revised Nakamal agreement after Pacific visa omission

Vanuatu intends to sign a revised Nakamal agreement on a government visit to Canberra this week after its council of ministers approved an updated version of the pact between the Pacific nation and Au...

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jun 29, 2026
Australia open to Pacific-wide security pact push

Australia is open to pursuing a proposed Pacific-wide security deal to counter growing Chinese influence. Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale raised the idea with Anthony Albanese during a rec...

From Goldfields to Gardens: The legacy of Aboriginal–Chinese enterprise

Our Story: Aboriginal Chinese People in Australia, at the National Museum of Australia, documents over 170 years of connection between Chinese migrants and Aboriginal Australians.

Reece Harley Reece Harley May 7, 2026
Experts warn risk of Chinese influence in the Pacific

Kiribati is the latest Pacific Island nation being increasingly infiltrated by Chinese policing influences, causing concern for historic democratic partners.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Apr 6, 2026
US push to link Chinese Pacific projects to regional power struggle

The battle for influence in the Pacific is firmly in the sights of senior US officials as China grows its support for infrastructure in an increasing number of island nations.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Feb 10, 2026
Bougainville government turns down Chinese offer for Panguna mine

The latest authoritative government policy on Bougainville's richest commodity is shaping the region's next step towards independence from Papua New Guinea.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson Jan 30, 2026
Fiji launches regional Juncao Workshop to drive climate-smart agriculture

Fiji has strengthened its commitment to climate-smart agriculture and regional collaboration with the opening of the Regional Workshop on 'Juncao Industry Development: Poverty Alleviation, Climate Cha...

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Rebekah Rasmussen Nov 25, 2025
Australia cops it over Vanuatu's police deal with China

Australia's Pacific minister has been chastised by a Vanuatu counterpart, being told to "check his facts" over comments about a Chinese policing agreement.

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Dominic Giannini Sep 27, 2025
Australia to probe $1b Chinese company deal with Nauru

Australia is working to confirm whether Nauru has breached a security treaty following a $1 billion announcement with a Chinese company. Nauru must receive Australia's sign-off on any partnership, arr...

New Zealand halts Cook Islands funding over China row

New Zealand has suspended millions of dollars in budget funding to the Cook Islands, as the relationship between the two constitutionally-linked countries continues to deteriorate amid the island grou...

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Lucy Craymer Jun 19, 2025
Landmark cultural heritage pact highlights Rio Tinto's new JV mine

A new Rio Tinto mine opening in Western Australia's iron ore-rich Pilbara region is the company's first project with a co-designed cultural and heritage management plan.

David Prestipino David Prestipino Jun 9, 2025
Australia flexes its Pacific Policing Initiative muscle

Australia has taken a landmark step in supporting international peace and security by opening a world-first United Nations Police Peacekeeping training course tailored for the Pacific region.

Andrew Mathieson Andrew Mathieson May 19, 2025
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