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Australia and Vanuatu sign deal barring foreign military base on Pacific island

China formed policing ties with Vanuatu in 2023 and has donated equipment including drones, patrol boats and vehicles to its police force.

By 29 Jun 2026 · 04:30 CET Updated 29 Jun 2026 · 04:30 CET
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⚡ EXECUTIVE DISPATCH BRIEF Developing · Security
  • Core Briefing: Australia and Vanuatu sign deal barring foreign military base on Pacific island
  • Strategic Context: China formed policing ties with Vanuatu in 2023 and has donated equipment including drones, patrol boats and vehicles to its police force.
  • Fact Checking & Evidence: Documented status is developing across primary accredited European reporting wires and official filings.
  • Editorial Integrity: Independent coverage adhering to the Europa Express European Press Standards and source verification framework.

China formed policing ties with Vanuatu in 2023 and has donated equipment including drones, patrol boats and vehicles to its police force.

Source: Euronews. Read the original report ↗

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