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Solomon port plans mark US reset of ‘anaemic’ Pacific ties
The US has pledged to fund a port in the Solomon Islands, signaling efforts to strengthen regional ties amid growing Chinese influence. Analysts suggest this move aims to secure strategic partnerships in sectors with security implications and revitalize Washington's 'anaemic' relationship with the Pacific region.
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