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Forum Chair Wale protests China’s missile test in the Pacific
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How a single nuclear-capable missile could undo China’s long-running Pacific charm offensive
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Pacific Elders warn against external influence in regional security
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Australia chases next Pacific treaty after Fiji win
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PM Rabuka says Fiji’s sovereignty secure under historic Australia alliance
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says Fiji’s sovereignty remains secure under the newly signed Vuvale Union and Ocean of Peace Alliance with Australia, stressing that...
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