Pacific leaders chair urges unified front on China missile test
By The BriefBrief
Surangel Whipps Jr., chair of the Pacific Islands Forum and president of Palau, said he hopes member nations will reach consensus to condemn a Chinese missile test in the region. He said the issue would be discussed for inclusion in a joint statement as the summit ends Thursday.
WHO:Surangel Whipps Jr.
WHAT:Said he hopes Pacific Islands Forum members will agree to condemn a Chinese missile test and include it in a joint statement
WHEN:Sep 3, 2026
WHERE:Palau
WHY:To gain a unified Pacific voice to get Beijing to respect sovereignty, transparency, and act as a responsible partner.
