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Australia and Vanuatu sign security pact banning foreign military bases

Australia and Vanuatu have signed a new security agreement that prohibits foreign military bases on the Pacific island. This treaty aims to counter China's growing security influence in the region, as Australia seeks to ensure no foreign military power establishes a presence. The agreement also includes increased economic support from Australia for Vanuatu, which has significant financial ties to China. AI

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Australia and Vanuatu sign security pact banning foreign military bases

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    Vanuatu-Australia security pact bans ‘foreign’ military bases

    Australia and Vanuatu signed a sweeping economic and security agreement on Monday that bars the establishment of any foreign military base on the Pacific island. Vanuatu is at the centre of strategic rivalry between China and US allies in the South Pacific, and Australia has expr…