BLUF
Three Pacific states maintain ties with Taiwan. Pacific nations resisted pressure from Beijing to exclude Taiwan from regional talks, prompting Australia and New Zealand to defend the forum’s independence and urge respect for Pacific decision-making. Learning Outcomes
• Strategic Awareness: Explains how Pacific nations navigate growing regional pressure and maintain unity under external influence.
• Communication & Cognition: Highlights the importance of diplomatic language and multilateral engagement in preserving stability.
• Regional Understanding: Builds awareness of the Pacific Islands Forum’s central role in shaping collective policy responses.
