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Pacific Forum Divided on Missile Tests | Auckland News
Pacific Island nations fractured at a recent foreign ministers’ meeting, failing to issue a joint condemnation of missile testing in the region — despite most wanting to uphold the nuclear-free zone. Kiribati and Nauru blocked a strong statement, sparking New Zealand’s Winston Peters to accuse them of prioritizing external interests over regional unity. He noted their vague objections, especially since U.S. tests in the Marshall Islands occur with host consent — a key distinction. Meanwhile, leaders are preparing for an upcoming summit where the Solomon Islands’ proposal for a unified…
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