Event Brief
Pacific leaders chair urges unified front on China missile test
By The BriefBrief · Sources (4)
Filed: Sep 02, 2026 at 11:13 PM ET
Summary: 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 03, 2026
WHERE: Palau
WHY: To gain a unified Pacific voice to get Beijing to respect sovereignty, transparency, and act as a responsible partner.
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