China issues warning after Australia, Vanuatu sign deal barring foreign military base on Pacific island

Hong Kong Free Press — Jun 29, 11:12 AM

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Australia and Vanuatu signed a sweeping economic and security agreement on Monday that bars the establishment of any foreign military base in the Pacific nation.

Vanuatu is at the centre of strategic rivalry between China and US allies in the South Pacific, and Australia has expressed concern that Beijing is seeking a permanent security presence […]

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