Militarisation

PACNEWS TWO 23 JULY 2026

In this bulletin: 1. PACIFIC — China urges openness after Solomon Islands announces U.S Coast Guard patrol deal2. SOL — PM Wale wraps up Washington visit with focus on investment and development3. FIJI

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2006 Militarisation left Fiji’s civil service fearful and broken

FIJI’S 2006 military takeover did more than topple a government.

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Pacific CSOs: Our ocean is not a battleground

PACIFIC civil society organisations want regional leaders to reject growing militarisation and have warned that the region must not become a battleground for geopolitical

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Opinion: President Surangel Whipps Jr.’s inaugural address – A visionary agenda or a familiar refrain?

Palau President Surangel Whipps Jr.’s 16 January inaugural address delivered a broad vision for Palau’s future, addressing the nation’s role in geopolitics, domestic challenges and environmental stewardship.

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Two-headed Monster, or Myth?

As the United States of America’s westernmost territory, Guam employs the unofficial but frequently used motto, "Where America's Day Begins", referring to the island's proximity to the International Date Line. A

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