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Pacific summit omits Taiwan mention after Chinese pressure

abcnews.go.com — September 2, 2024, 10:00 AM UTC

Summary: At the recent Pacific Islands Forum in Tonga, a closing statement initially affirming Taiwan's involvement was removed after pressure from China. The summit, attended by 18 nations plus Australia and New Zealand, highlighted tensions over China's influence in the region. Taiwan's recognition has dwindled to three Pacific allies since 2019, raising concerns about regional autonomy amid geopolitical rivalries.

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