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Pacific Islands Forum Opens in Palau Amid Leader Absences and Boycotts
The Pacific Islands Forum convened in Palau with several national leaders skipping the summit following last-minute boycotts and security concerns. Despite the high-profile absences, regional organizers maintain that core diplomatic objectives and economic agreements will still proceed.
30 Aug, 22:47 — 31 Aug, 08:59
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ReutersVery High1d ago
Pacific forum set to open in Palau without several leaders - Reuters
Pacific forum set to open in Palau without several leaders Reuters
Read full article →sydney-morning-heraldMostly Factual15h ago
Pacific summit in chaos over 'suspicious' last-minute boycotts
A wave of last-minute leader walkouts is overshadowing Anthony Albanese’s arrival in Palau.
Read full article →rnzHigh19h ago
Missing leaders won't derail Pacific Islands Forum outcomes, secretariat says
The Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, the region's premier policy organisation, is confident the annual leaders' summit will deliver despite leader absences in Palau.
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First report: Reuters · 30 Aug, 22:47|Full coverage: 4 · 10h|Window: 10h
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