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Naoero and Kiribati Block Pacific Islands Forum Statement on China’s Missile Test

At the Pacific Islands Forum foreign ministers meeting, Naoero and Kiribati prevented consensus on a statement condemning China’s recent ballistic missile test, causing frustration among regional leaders.

Aug 7, 2026, 9:43 AM ABC Australia News

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Naoero and Kiribati Block Pacific Islands Forum Statement on China’s Missile Test

At the Pacific Islands Forum Foreign Ministers Meeting, Naoero and Kiribati prevented consensus on a statement condemning China’s recent ballistic missile test, causing frustration among regional leaders.

ABC Australia News | Aug 7, 2026, 9:27 AM 1 source Single-source report

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Pacific Nations Fail to Reach Consensus on Condemning China’s Missile Test

Diplomats from Pacific Islands Forum countries met in Fiji but could not agree on a joint statement condemning China's recent intercontinental ballistic missile test near Tuvalu.

CNA Latest News | Aug 7, 2026, 6:20 AM 1 source Single-source report

Pāhoehoe Lava is entering Pacific at The Big Island of Hawai , Hawaii Volcanoes National Park .

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New Zealand Signs Three Pacific Defence Pacts Amid Concerns Over China’s Influence

Wellington has rapidly expanded its defence diplomacy in the Pacific, securing agreements with Papua New Guinea, the Cook Islands, and exploring ties with an Australia-Fiji alliance to counter China’s growing security presence.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 2, 2026, 1:50 AM 1 source Single-source report

Five fingers peak. Quartzite sandstone Huangshizhai Zhangjiajie Wulingyuan Hunan, China. Panorama 2012.

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Australia Becomes Pacific's Leading Lender, Surpassing China

Australia has overtaken China as the dominant lender and infrastructure investor in the Pacific, investing billions through aid and loans, according to the latest Lowy Institute Pacific Aid Map.

ABC Australia News | Jul 28, 2026, 3:38 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Pacific Nations Signal Shift in Relations with China Following Missile Test

The recent Chinese missile test near the Solomon Islands has prompted Pacific leaders to reconsider their stance on China, with calls for stronger security partnerships to ensure regional stability.

ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 8:38 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China Conducts First Submarine-Launched Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Test in Pacific

China fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into Pacific waters near Tuvalu's Exclusive Economic Zone, signaling its expanding military reach in the region.

ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 3:15 AM 1 source Single-source report

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China Conducts First Submarine-Launched Intercontinental Ballistic Missile Test in Pacific

China fired an intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into Pacific waters near Tuvalu's Exclusive Economic Zone, signaling its expanding military capabilities in the region.

ABC Australia News | Jul 7, 2026, 3:04 AM 1 source Single-source report

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China Tests Submarine-Launched Ballistic Missile in Pacific Ahead of NATO Summit

China's rare missile test from a nuclear-powered submarine in the Pacific Ocean has drawn criticism from regional allies as NATO prepares to address evolving security threats.

Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 9:40 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China Conducts Rare Submarine Ballistic Missile Test Amid Rising Pacific Tensions

China's launch of a ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine into the Pacific Ocean has drawn criticism from regional allies as NATO prepares for its Ankara summit.

Fox News Latest | Jul 6, 2026, 9:21 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Australia and Fiji Sign Defense Pact Amid Rising Pacific Tensions

The new alliance aims to strengthen regional security as China warns Australia against harming its interests in the Pacific.

ABC Australia News | Jul 6, 2026, 3:22 AM 3 sources Source mix awaiting review Compare

Senate Democratic Steering and Outreach Committee (DSOC) Chair Amy Klobuchar and other Senate Democrats hold a forum with legal and constitutional scholars to review the Senate’s constitutional responsibility to act on the Supreme Court vacancy

Historic Wildfires Ravage US Pacific Northwest Amid Climate Change Concerns

Washington and Oregon face unprecedented wildfire destruction with millions of acres burned, as experts link the crisis to accelerating climate change.

Guardian US | Aug 10, 2026, 1:59 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Japan Successfully Extracts Rare Earth Elements from Pacific Seabed in Drilling Test

The recovery marks a significant move by Japan to reduce dependence on China-dominated rare earth supply chains.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 24, 2026, 5:19 AM 1 source Single-source report

Kelsey Pfendler Sets Record as First US Woman to Row Solo from California to Hawaii

The Grand Canyon raft guide completed the 2,400-mile solo Pacific crossing in under 44 days, inspiring women to push their limits.

Guardian US | Jul 7, 2026, 11:37 AM 1 source Single-source report

Active Volcan Fuego as seen from Antigua, Guatemala

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Guatemala’s Fuego Volcano Erupts, Prompting Evacuations

Authorities issue high alert as Fuego volcano intensifies, with ash plumes reaching over 6,000 meters and lava flows threatening nearby communities.

Al Jazeera | Aug 4, 2026, 6:01 PM 1 source Single-source report

Red Army monument in Mikolin (Nikoline), Silesia, Poland

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Taiwan Launches Largest War Games to Counter PLA Maritime Blockade

The 42nd Han Kuang exercise tests Taiwan’s defense against a People’s Liberation Army sea blockade, incorporating US military planning and wartime production relocation.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 4, 2026, 3:53 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China Conducts First Submarine-Based Missile Test in Over 40 Years with JL-3

On July 6, 2026, China’s People’s Liberation Army launched a submarine-based missile for the first time since 1982, marking a significant advancement in its nuclear capabilities.

South China Morning Post World | Aug 1, 2026, 12:45 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Four Dead After Pontoon Boat Sinks Near Alcatraz Island

A three-deck pontoon vessel capsized off Alcatraz Island in San Francisco Bay, resulting in one confirmed death, three presumed dead, and the loss of a dog.

Deutsche Welle | Jul 16, 2026, 6:24 AM 1 source Single-source report

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China Triples Nuclear Arsenal in Six Years, Tests JL-3 Submarine-Launched Missile

China conducted its first long-range missile test in two years, firing a JL-3 intercontinental ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine, signaling a significant expansion of its nuclear capabilities.

ABC Australia News | Jul 9, 2026, 8:00 PM 1 source Single-source report

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Protections Removed from Major Pacific Ocean Conservation Areas in the U.S.

The Trump administration has opened waters around key Pacific islands to commercial fishing, impacting some of the nation’s most pristine marine ecosystems.

NPR News | Aug 4, 2026, 3:01 AM 1 source Single-source report

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China's July Missile Test Divides Pacific Island Nations on Anti-Nuclear Stance

An Australian-led initiative to jointly condemn China's missile launch in the South Pacific faces resistance from some Pacific island neighbors.

Nikkei Asia | Aug 3, 2026, 8:04 PM 1 source Single-source report

Map showing countries within the Asia-Pacific region. The definition of the region is fairly ambiguous.

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Trump’s Push for Asia-Pacific Allies to Boost Defence Spending Raises Strategic Questions

Calls for increased defence contributions from US allies in Asia-Pacific spark debate over reliance on Washington and potential shifts in global arms dynamics.

South China Morning Post World | Jul 29, 2026, 11:10 PM 1 source Single-source report

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China and Russia Military Exercises Expose Gaps in Japan’s Pacific Defenses

Recent missile tests and joint drills near Japan have raised concerns in Tokyo, prompting discussions on enhancing Pacific Ocean security.

Nikkei Asia | Jul 28, 2026, 9:31 PM 1 source Single-source report

Grounded editorial scene illustrating Bertha, located south of Panama City, Florida, poses risks of heavy rain and coastal flooding, while Hurricane Fausto develops far from land in the Pacific.

Tropical Storm Bertha Threatens US Gulf Coast as Hurricane Fausto Forms in Eastern Pacific

Bertha, located south of Panama City, Florida, poses risks of heavy rain and coastal flooding, while Hurricane Fausto develops far from land in the Pacific.

Guardian US | Jul 21, 2026, 9:27 AM 1 source Single-source report