China threatens consequences over Taiwan at Pacific summit
The Pacific Islands Forum in Palau faces diplomatic tensions after Taiwan's Foreign Minister was invited to attend by President Surangel Whipps Jr. China's Special Envoy to the Pacific, Qian Bo, has warned there will be consequences for the decision. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is attending the forum for climate talks with Tuvalu and Fiji representatives, and has announced $15.6 million in funding to help Pacific athletes prepare for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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