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New Zealand’s funding pause to Cook Islands is ‘not the Pacific Way’

The Government's decision has been criticised as a coercive tactic that could harm long-term trust in the region.

Andre Fa'aosoMon, 23 Jun

Pacific Region •

China

Developing nations face increasing financial strain over China loans, new report reveals

The Lowy Institute warns that Beijing's role as a lender to poor and vulnerable countries has shifted dramatically from a generous capital provider to a growing debt collector.

Christine RovoiFri, 30 May

Pacific Region •

Cook Islands •

China

Cook Islands' strategic partnership with China stalled due to a lack of progress on key tasks

Cook Islands Foreign Affairs Minister Tingika Elikana reveals that three months after signing a comprehensive pact with China, no progress has been made on the agreed projects.

Losirene Lacanivalu, Cook Islands NewsTue, 13 May

Politics •

Tonga •

China

No debt forgiveness from China, analyst warns as Tonga faces repayment pressure

Lowy Institute researcher Riley Duke cautions that China won't reduce Tonga's debt despite a rare public defence on social media.

'Alakihihifo VailalaWed, 30 Apr

Pacific Region •

Papua New Guinea •

China •

Australia

China cast-off: PNG discusses Bougainville self-rule amid security pact with Australia

Papua New Guinea's Prime Minister James Marape says Bougainville's independence hinges on achieving economic self-sufficiency.

Christine RovoiThu, 20 Mar

Politics •

China

Rising tensions: Expect more of our warships, China tells Australia

A Chinese envoy to the Pacific signals increased naval presence near Australia amid a political standoff.

Christine RovoiMon, 03 Mar

Politics •

United States •

China •

Australia •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Trump sends US Indo-Pacific commander Down Under amid tensions with China

Admiral Samuel Paparo's recent visit to Canberra signals President Donald Trump's renewed focus on the region.

Christine RovoiThu, 27 Feb

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

China

Will's Word: China trip is Peters' biggest test this year

Trade, Pacific security, China’s regional influence, and New Zealand’s role will be key topics when Vaovasamanaia Winston Peters meets his counterpart in Beijing.

William TeriteTue, 25 Feb

Pacific Region •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

Australia •

China

China’s ‘shot across the bow’ raises Pacific security concerns

A Canterbury University professor warns that China’s recent naval drills signify a dangerous turning point for the Pacific as Beijing’s military presence continues to grow in the region.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uMon, 24 Feb

Pacific Region •

Cook Islands •

Aotearoa New Zealand •

China

Cook Islands-China pact: Call for careful understanding of international relations

Tensions continue to rise between New Zealand and the Cook Islands after the Pacific island nation forms a partnership with China, leading to a visible Chinese military presence in the Tasman Sea.

Christine RovoiMon, 24 Feb

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