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Pacific
Strong Magnitude 6.5 Earthquake Rattles Papua New Guinea
There is no tsunami warning at this stage.
Palau Backs Citizens to Join Australian Military Against Beijing
He underlines the significance of ensuring people from Palau receive appropriate support if they contribute to the ADF.
Labor to Spend Additional $150 Million on Global Climate Change Initiatives
The Albanese goverment will spend $100 million of that money to support climate change projects in Pacific nations.
US, Australia Announce $65 Million Submarine Cable in the Pacific
U.S. President Joe Biden said the alliance between Australia and the United States is an anchor to peace and prosperity in the Indo-Pacific
US, Australia to Discuss Pacific Infrastructure, China at Official State Visit
President Biden and Mr. Albanese are expected to make major announcements on Oct. 25 and hold an official state dinner.
US Under Secretary of State to Tour Australia and South Pacific
Liz Allen will visit Sydney, Fiji, and Vanuatu.
Solomons Leader Skipped White House Summit to Avoid Being ‘Lectured’
Solomon Islands has recently joined the Beijing-backed Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).
US to Station Coast Guard Vessel in Papua New Guinea as Pacific Ties Strengthen
The Biden administration is announcing it will be strengthening its engagement with Papua New Guinea by posting a coastguard vessel to the country.
Australian Man and His Dog Rescued by Mexican Tuna Boat After Drifting 3 Months in the Pacific Ocean
