Fiji's PM Sitiveni Rabuka says China's military bases are 'not welcome' in the Pacific - ABC News
Fiji's PM Sitiveni Rabuka says China's military bases are 'not welcome' in the Pacific - ABC News
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Fiji’s Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has said Fiji “will not welcome” Chinese military bases or a security foothold in the Pacific, signaling clear opposition to a military base in the region. He separately downplayed China’s active pursuit of such a base, suggesting Beijing does not need one to project power. Rabuka’s comments diverge from Australia’s warnings about China using “dual-use” infrastructure for security aims and from Canberra’s view of Beijing seeking a regiona
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