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China's security deal with Solomons raises alarm in Pacific

A security alliance between China and the Solomon Islands has sent shudders throughout the South Pacific, with many worried it could set off a large-scale military buildup or that Western animosity to the deal could play into China’s hands

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In Solomon Islands, Australia’s largesse faces China challenge

In Solomon Islands, Australia’s largesse faces China challenge

Canberra is facing questions about the limits of its economic diplomacy as Pacific neighbour boosts ties with Beijing.

Sino-Solomons pact forces military rethink

Sino-Solomons pact forces military rethink

The defence force's joint operations chief says Chinese navy vessels in the Solomons would change Australian military operations.

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Solomons PM says backlash to security negotiations with China 'very insulting'

Solomon Islands Prime Minister Manasseh Sogavare said the backlash to his country's security negotiations with China was "very insulting", in his first comments on a security treaty he said was ready to sign.

Australia, NZ raise concerns over Solomons

The Australian and New Zealand prime ministers have discussed their concerns over a potential security deal between the Solomon Islands and China.

Australia, New Zealand worried by China deal with Solomons

The Australian and New Zealand prime ministers have voiced concerns about the potential for a Chinese military presence on the Solomon Islands

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Diplomacy with China shows weakness: PM

Prime Minister Scott Morrison says conciliation is the "last message" he would send to China after it signed a security deal with the Solomon Islands

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Document indicates China could boost military in Solomons

Document indicates China could boost military in Solomons

A leaked document indicates China is looking to boost its military presence in the Solomon Islands — including with ship visits — in a development raising alarm in nearby Australia and beyond

The Independent UK

Aust medical team sent to Solomons

Aust medical team sent to Solomons

An Australian medical assistance team has been deployed to the Solomon Islands to help combat an outbreak of COVID-19.

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