Australia and China should cooperate for the security of Pacific Island Countries

The increasing presence of the Chinese government and its firms in the South Pacific is framed as a security risk to Australia and its allies, with the peace and prosperity of Pacific Island countries themselves a secondary concern.

This growing rivalry is leading to increased military spending and hasty development commitments, which undermines their mutual security as well as the prosperity of the Pacific Islands.

The alternative – greater cooperation between Australia and China to support the security and development ambitions of Pacific Island countries – could instead yield benefits for the region.

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