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Pacific Leaders Pull Out of Key Summit | Brisbane News
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Pacific Islands Forum in Palau hit a major snag as key leaders from Solomon Islands, Fiji, Vanuatu, and Samoa pull out last minute—raising alarms about regional cooperation amid climate and security crises. Solomon’s PM steps aside after a no-confidence vote, while Fiji and Vanuatu skip for bilateral priorities, possibly favoring deals with Australia. Despite the walkouts, Aussie PM Anthony Albanese presses ahead, touting Pacific labor mobility and climate support—but experts question if fragmented partnerships can replace unified regional action when stakes are this high.
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