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Why US and China Compete for Influence With Pacific Island Nations
In 2023 China appointed Qian Bo as its inaugural special envoy for the Pacific islands. As in other emerging markets, China has become one of the biggest national lenders to the Pacific states.
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Pacific leaders' summit erases mention of Taiwan after Chinese anger, fracturing a shaky accord
But video posted by a news outlet late on Sunday appeared to show a Pacific leader assuring China's special envoy to the ...