Pacific Nations Forge Security Alliance Against Maritime Threats
The Philippines, Indonesia, and Palau announce a landmark security partnership to protect sovereign waters and combat illegal fishing in the South China Sea.
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Australia-India Forge Defence Alliance in Canberra
In a landmark meeting that signals a major strategic shift, Australian and Indian defence ministers have pledged to significantly deepen military cooperation and expand joint exercises, creating a formidable partnership in the Indo-Pacific region.
Australia-Papua New Guinea Sign Historic Security Pact
In a landmark move that reshapes Pacific power dynamics, Australia has signed a comprehensive security agreement with Papua New Guinea, marking Canberra's strongest commitment yet to regional stability amid growing Chinese influence.
Australia signs defence pact with Papua New Guinea
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs landmark security agreement with PNG, strengthening Australia's strategic position in the Pacific region amid growing regional tensions.
Vanuatu open to Australia pact but rejects bullying
Vanuatu's Prime Minister signals willingness to sign security agreement with Australia while asserting Pacific nation won't be pressured by larger countries in delicate regional negotiations.
Trump's Taiwan arms freeze sparks trade deal fears
Exclusive: Reports that Donald Trump has paused critical weapons aid to Taiwan have raised alarm among security experts, who fear the former president may be using the island's security as leverage in trade negotiations with China.
Australia's Diplomatic Failure in PNG Exposed
A recent diplomatic misstep by Australia in Papua New Guinea reveals a profound failure to understand Pacific neighbours, threatening regional influence and trust.
Australia Signs Landmark Defence Pact with Papua New Guinea
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signs a landmark security treaty with PNG, Australia's largest defence agreement with a Pacific nation, marking a strategic shift to reinforce regional stability.
PNG delays Australia defence treaty in major setback
Papua New Guinea's parliament postpones ratification of crucial security pact with Australia, dealing significant setback to Canberra's Pacific strategy and Anthony Albanese's government.
Australia-PNG Defence Treaty Faces Major Delay
A landmark security treaty between Australia and Papua New Guinea faces significant delays due to internal opposition in PNG, raising concerns over China's growing influence in the Pacific region.
Albanese's PNG security deal mission fails
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese's crucial diplomatic mission to Papua New Guinea has ended without a landmark security treaty, dealing a significant blow to Canberra's efforts to counter Chinese influence in the Pacific region.
Australia and PNG sign major defence pact amid Pacific tensions
Australia and Papua New Guinea sign a landmark security agreement, strengthening military cooperation and regional stability in the Pacific amidst growing geopolitical competition.
Pacific Forum 2025: Key Takeaways as Global Powers Clash
The 2025 Pacific Islands Forum concluded with major geopolitical shifts, climate action demands, and a new regional security pact. Discover the key outcomes shaping the future of the Pacific.
Australia-Papua New Guinea Defence Pact Strengthens Amid Tensions
Exclusive: Defence Minister Richard Marles announces major strategic shift as Australia deepens military ties with Papua New Guinea, sparking regional security discussions.
Albanese faces Pacific backlash over Woodside gas decision
Australian PM Anthony Albanese confronts mounting pressure from Pacific leaders over the controversial Woodside North West Shelf extension, overshadowing the Pacific Islands Forum in the Cook Islands. The decision tests Australia's climate commitments and
Australia's Pacific Forum Crisis: Climate Rift and China Threat
Exclusive analysis reveals Australia faces mounting isolation at the Pacific Islands Forum as climate change disputes and China's growing influence create turbulent waters for Canberra's foreign policy.
UK's HMS Prince of Wales Leads Naval Drills with South Korea
In a powerful demonstration of Global Britain, the Royal Navy's flagship HMS Prince of Wales conducts joint exercises with South Korean forces in the Indo-Pacific, underscoring the UK's commitment to regional security and its strategic tilt towards the re
Albanese Counters China in Vanuatu as Nature Laws Stall
Australian PM Anthony Albanese makes a strategic visit to Vanuatu for the Pacific Islands Forum, aiming to reinforce regional ties and counter China's growing influence, while back home, the government faces a critical battle over stalled environmental la
Pacific Islands Forum 2025 Forges Historic Consensus
In a landmark meeting, Pacific Island leaders unite on a bold new strategy for climate action and regional security, challenging global powers to step up their support.
Japan & Australia Forge Historic Defence Pact Against China
In a landmark move reshaping Indo-Pacific security, Japan and Australia sign a pivotal defence agreement, enabling joint military operations and strengthening ties with the US to counter Beijing's growing influence.
Hurricane Kiko Upgraded to Category 4, Hawaii Monitors
Hurricane Kiko has been rapidly upgraded to a Category 4 storm, churning dangerously in the Eastern Pacific. While its direct path remains uncertain, forecasters warn Hawaii must remain on high alert for potential severe weather conditions in the coming d
UK Defence Secretary's Secret South Korea Trip Revealed
Defence Secretary John Healey makes covert visit to Seoul for high-stakes security talks, signalling a potential major shift in UK defence exports and Indo-Pacific strategy.
Australia: US Aid Cuts Under Trump Would Help China
Exclusive survey reveals Australian foreign policy experts fear drastic US aid reductions under potential Trump administration would create power vacuum in Pacific, directly benefiting China.
Australia Deepens Defence Pact with PNG in Pacific Power Play
Australia signs a sweeping new defence agreement with Papua New Guinea, escalating a fierce diplomatic battle with China for influence in the Pacific region. The deal grants significant military access, marking a new phase in regional security.
I Stayed on 'Cursed' Island Where Locals Are Fleeing
A travel journalist's dream trip to the Pacific paradise of Niue turns into a shocking discovery of a 'cursed' island battling depopulation, crippling costs, and a hidden darkness behind its idyllic facade. This is not your typical holiday review.
Jonathan LaPaglia Returns For Australian Survivor Season 11
Award-winning host Jonathan LaPaglia is confirmed to return for the eleventh season of Australian Survivor, promising a 'brutal' and 'unforgiving' new chapter set in the South Pacific.
India tests nuclear missile capable of reaching all of China
India has successfully test-fired its nuclear-capable Agni-V missile, a system with a range that brings all of China within its strategic strike capability, marking a significant shift in the regional military balance.
US Navy's AI Successfully Commands Autonomous Drone Swarm
The US Navy has successfully trialled a revolutionary AI that can autonomously command a swarm of drones, marking a pivotal leap in unmanned warfare and naval strategy in the Pacific.
US Upgrades Vietnam to Strategic Partner to Counter China
In a landmark move to counter Beijing's influence, President Biden secures a major new strategic partnership with Vietnam during his G20 visit, marking a significant shift in Indo-Pacific alliances.
Nauru Signs Security Pact with China, Alarming Australia
In a major geopolitical shift, the Pacific island nation of Nauru has signed a sweeping new deal with China, covering policing and security. The move, which blindsided Australian officials, threatens to upend regional power dynamics and is set to strain r
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